Serving 397 students in grades 9-12, St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art's student population of 397 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art is 0.55, 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
#520 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
9%
12%
White
65%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art's ranking?
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art is ranked #520 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art?
The graduation rate of St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art is 85-89%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art?
397 students attend St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art?
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art offer ?
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art part of?
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art is part of St Paul Conservatory Performing Art School District.
In what neighborhood is St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art located?
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art is located in the Core neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Core.
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