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#1403 of 1,992 schools in MN
Creative Arts Secondary School
High School · Saint Paul Public Schools
65 KELLOGG BLVD E, Saint Paul, MN 55101
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,403 of 1,992
In Saint Paul
#69 of 125
public schools
In district
#33 of 68
Saint Paul Public Schools
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Creative Arts Secondary School
Creative Arts Secondary School is a public high school in Saint Paul, MN, part of Saint Paul Public Schools. Creative Arts Secondary School serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Creative Arts Secondary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,403 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Creative Arts Secondary School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Creative Arts Secondary School 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.
60% of students at Creative Arts Secondary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Creative Arts Secondary School — Students at Creative Arts Secondary School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.6/10.
How Creative Arts Secondary School Compares
See how Creative Arts Secondary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
65 KELLOGG BLVD E, Saint Paul, MN 55101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Creative Arts Secondary School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Upper Mississippi High Academy (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OPEN WORLD LEARNING SECONDARY (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PAUL CONSERVATORY PERFORMING ART (rated 6.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Saint Paul, see our Saint Paul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,703
Median Home Value
$252,700
Median Rent
$1,573/mo
Population
7,937
College Educated
57.2%
Homeownership
22.9%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
35.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Creative Arts Secondary School
What grades does Creative Arts Secondary School serve?
Creative Arts Secondary School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Creative Arts Secondary School?
Creative Arts Secondary School has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Creative Arts Secondary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Creative Arts Secondary School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Creative Arts Secondary School rank in MN?
Creative Arts Secondary School ranks #1,403 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Creative Arts Secondary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Creative Arts Secondary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Creative Arts Secondary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Creative Arts Secondary School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Creative Arts Secondary School a charter school?
No, Creative Arts Secondary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Creative Arts Secondary School a Title I school?
No, Creative Arts Secondary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Creative Arts Secondary School?
79.5% of students at Creative Arts Secondary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 356
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Ramsey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.8%
- Phone
- (651) 292-3480
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.5%
Resources & Links
District
Saint Paul Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 32,145
- Schools in District
- 102
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,634
- District Rank
- #33 of 68
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