Serving 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bruce F Vento 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 13% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bruce F Vento Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bruce F Vento Elementary School's student population of 478 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Bruce F Vento Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bruce F Vento Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1722 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
39%
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
33%
12%
White
8%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bruce F Vento Elementary School's ranking?
Bruce F Vento Elementary School is ranked #1722 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Bruce F Vento Elementary School often compared to?
Bruce F Vento Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John A. Johnson Achievement Plus Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Bruce F Vento Elementary School?
478 students attend Bruce F Vento Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Bruce F Vento Elementary School students are Asian, 33% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bruce F Vento Elementary School?
Bruce F Vento Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bruce F Vento Elementary School offer ?
Bruce F Vento Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bruce F Vento Elementary School part of?
Bruce F Vento Elementary School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Bruce F Vento Elementary School located?
Bruce F Vento Elementary School is located in the Payne Phalen neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 16 other public schools located in Payne Phalen.
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