Serving 504 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Saint Paul Music Academy 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 17% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (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 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saint Paul Music Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Saint Paul Music Academy's student population of 504 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saint Paul Music Academy 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 Saint Paul Music Academy is 0.69, which is more 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
#1747 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
50%
7%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
19%
12%
White
9%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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 Saint Paul Music Academy's ranking?
Saint Paul Music Academy is ranked #1747 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Saint Paul Music Academy often compared to?
Saint Paul Music Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mississippi Creative Arts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Saint Paul Music Academy?
504 students attend Saint Paul Music Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Saint Paul Music Academy students are Asian, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saint Paul Music Academy?
Saint Paul Music Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Saint Paul Music Academy offer ?
Saint Paul Music Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Saint Paul Music Academy part of?
Saint Paul Music Academy is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Saint Paul Music Academy located?
Saint Paul Music Academy 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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