Serving 1,065 students in grades 1-8, Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 1,065 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo's student population of 1,065 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,065 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo is 0.74, 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
#200 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
19%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
22%
12%
White
41%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo's ranking?
Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo is ranked #200 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo?
1,065 students attend Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo students are White, 22% of students are Black, 19% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo?
Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo offer ?
Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo offers enrollment in grades 1-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo part of?
Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo located?
Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo is located in the Cathedral Hill neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 4 other public schools located in Cathedral Hill.
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