Serving 153 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mmsa Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mmsa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Mmsa Elementary School's student population of 153 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mmsa Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mmsa Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1702 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
94%
12%
White
2%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mmsa Elementary School's ranking?
Mmsa Elementary School is ranked #1702 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Mmsa Elementary School?
153 students attend Mmsa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mmsa Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mmsa Elementary School?
Mmsa Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mmsa Elementary School offer ?
Mmsa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mmsa Elementary School part of?
Mmsa Elementary School is part of Minnesota Math And Science Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Mmsa Elementary School located?
Mmsa Elementary School is located in the North End neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 10 other public schools located in North End.
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