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917 Dcals North

High School · INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT 917

150 MARIE AVE E, West Saint Paul, MN 55118

Enrollment

77

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

6.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#771 of 1,992

In West Saint Paul

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT 917

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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917 Dcals North

6.6/10

High School in West Saint Paul · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About 917 Dcals North

917 Dcals North is a public high school in West Saint Paul, MN, part of INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT 917. 917 Dcals North serves approximately 77 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. 917 Dcals North has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #771 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for 917 Dcals North show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2019).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 77 students, 917 Dcals North is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at 917 Dcals North sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics2.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
College Readiness5.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate52%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$62,984

917 Dcals North — Students at 917 Dcals North score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 19.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 24.7% (multi-year average, 2017-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 17 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
24.5%
2010
Math
24.5%
2011
Math
10%
2012
Math
24.5%
2013
Math
24.5%
2014
Math
24.5%
2015
Math
24.5%
2016
Math
24.5%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
2022
Math
10%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How 917 Dcals North Compares

See how 917 Dcals North performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
61th percentile in MN
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
7 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

150 MARIE AVE E, West Saint Paul, MN 55118

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering 917 Dcals North may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST CROIX LUTHERAN ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Two Rivers High School (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Mendota Heights), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BLUESKY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Bloomington), with a comparable rating. For more schools in West Saint Paul, see our West Saint Paul schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
BRANCH OUT TRANSITIONAL SERVICES Mendota Heights 0.0 mi
ACADEMIC ARTS HIGH SCHOOL West Saint Paul 0.2 mi 5.7
PEACEFUL HEIGHTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL & CHILD CARE West Saint Paul 0.4 mi
BLUESKY CHARTER SCHOOL Bloomington 0.6 mi 6.2
Early Learning Resource Center West Saint Paul 0.6 mi 3.4
CROWN OF LIFE LUTHERAN West Saint Paul 0.6 mi 6.5
GARLOUGH ENVIRONMENTAL MAGNET West Saint Paul 0.8 mi 4.9
ST CROIX LUTHERAN ACADEMY West Saint Paul 1.3 mi 8.1
MISSISSIPPI VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL West Saint Paul 1.1 mi
S ST. PAUL COMMUNITY LRNG. CNTR. South Saint Paul 1.3 mi 5.5
SSP Virtual South Saint Paul 1.3 mi
MORELAND ART/HEALTH SCIENCE MAGNET West Saint Paul 1.5 mi 5.1
HERITAGE E-STEM MAGNET SCHOOL West Saint Paul 1.6 mi 6.9
COMMUNITY OF SAINTS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL West Saint Paul 1.9 mi 5.1
SALEM HILLS ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights 1.9 mi 5.6
ATHENEUM ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights 1.9 mi 8.5
ST JOSEPHS SCHOOL West Saint Paul 1.8 mi 7.0
Two Rivers High School Mendota Heights 1.5 mi 6.6
Special Education Mendota Heights 1.5 mi
ECSE INCLUSION Saint Paul 2.2 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,229

Median Home Value

$331,800

Median Rent

$1,215/mo

Population

29,396

College Educated

45.8%

Homeownership

66.9%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

42.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about 917 Dcals North

What grades does 917 Dcals North serve?

917 Dcals North serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend 917 Dcals North?

917 Dcals North has an enrollment of approximately 77 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at 917 Dcals North?

The student-teacher ratio at 917 Dcals North is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does 917 Dcals North rank in MN?

917 Dcals North ranks #771 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is 917 Dcals North's MySchoolScout rating?

917 Dcals North has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at 917 Dcals North?

Based on loaded state assessment records, 917 Dcals North has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2019).

Is 917 Dcals North a charter school?

No, 917 Dcals North is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is 917 Dcals North a Title I school?

No, 917 Dcals North is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for 917 Dcals North?

59.7% of students at 917 Dcals North qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.7%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dakota County
4-Year Graduation
52.0%

District

INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT 917
District Enrollment
539
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$62,984
District Rank
#1 of 6

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