Needs Improvement
#1965 of 1,992 schools in MN
Daytons Bluff Elementary
Elementary School · Saint Paul Public Schools
262 BATES AVE, Saint Paul, MN 55106
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,965 of 1,992
In Saint Paul
#117 of 125
public schools
In district
#65 of 68
Saint Paul Public Schools
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Daytons Bluff Elementary
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About Daytons Bluff Elementary
Daytons Bluff Elementary is a public elementary school in Saint Paul, MN, part of Saint Paul Public Schools. Daytons Bluff Elementary serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Daytons Bluff Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,965 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Daytons Bluff Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Daytons Bluff Elementary 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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Daytons Bluff Elementary — Students at Daytons Bluff Elementary score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.5/10.
How Daytons Bluff Elementary Compares
See how Daytons Bluff Elementary 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
262 BATES AVE, Saint Paul, MN 55106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Daytons Bluff Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Txuj Ci HMong Language & Culture Lo (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOPE Community Academy Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRUCE F VENTO ELEMENTARY (rated 6.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably 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 55106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,601
Median Home Value
$233,000
Median Rent
$1,230/mo
Population
56,969
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
60.3%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
32.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Daytons Bluff Elementary
What grades does Daytons Bluff Elementary serve?
Daytons Bluff Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Daytons Bluff Elementary?
Daytons Bluff Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Daytons Bluff Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Daytons Bluff Elementary is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Daytons Bluff Elementary rank in MN?
Daytons Bluff Elementary ranks #1,965 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Daytons Bluff Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Daytons Bluff Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Daytons Bluff Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Daytons Bluff Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Daytons Bluff Elementary a charter school?
No, Daytons Bluff Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Daytons Bluff Elementary a Title I school?
No, Daytons Bluff Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Daytons Bluff Elementary?
85.6% of students at Daytons Bluff Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 271
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Ramsey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (651) 293-8915
Resources & Links
District
Saint Paul Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 32,145
- Schools in District
- 102
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,634
- District Rank
- #65 of 68
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