Serving 150 students in grades 9-12, St. Paul City High 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Paul City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
St. Paul City High School's student population of 150 students has grown by 120% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
St. Paul City High 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 St. Paul City High School is 0.66, 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
#1179 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
49%
12%
Black
30%
12%
White
5%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 St. Paul City High School's ranking?
St. Paul City High School is ranked #1179 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are St. Paul City High School often compared to?
St. Paul City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Paul City Middle School, St. Paul City Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Paul City High School?
The graduation rate of St. Paul City High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend St. Paul City High School?
150 students attend St. Paul City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of St. Paul City High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Paul City High School?
St. Paul City High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Paul City High School offer ?
St. Paul City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Paul City High School part of?
St. Paul City High School is part of St. Paul City School District.
In what neighborhood is St. Paul City High School located?
St. Paul City High School is located in the Riverview neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Riverview.
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