Average
#672 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 34% in state
Heritage E-stem Magnet School
Middle School · West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan
121 W BUTLER AVE, West Saint Paul, MN 55118
Enrollment
760
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
760
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#672 of 1,992
In West Saint Paul
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Heritage E-stem Magnet School
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About Heritage E-stem Magnet School
Heritage E-stem Magnet School is a public middle school in West Saint Paul, MN, part of West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan. Heritage E-stem Magnet School serves approximately 760 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 21.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
Heritage E-stem Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #672 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for Heritage E-stem Magnet School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- MN avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Heritage E-stem Magnet School runs 21.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Heritage E-stem Magnet School — Students at Heritage E-stem Magnet School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.4%
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
→ 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: 9.1/10.
How Heritage E-stem Magnet School Compares
See how Heritage E-stem Magnet 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
121 W BUTLER AVE, West Saint Paul, MN 55118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage E-stem Magnet School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST CROIX LUTHERAN ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OPEN WORLD LEARNING SECONDARY (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Saint Paul), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPHS SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in West Saint Paul, see our West Saint Paul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood 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 Heritage E-stem Magnet School
What grades does Heritage E-stem Magnet School serve?
Heritage E-stem Magnet School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Heritage E-stem Magnet School?
Heritage E-stem Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 760 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage E-stem Magnet School?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage E-stem Magnet School is 21.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Heritage E-stem Magnet School rank in MN?
Heritage E-stem Magnet School ranks #672 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Heritage E-stem Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage E-stem Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Heritage E-stem Magnet School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage E-stem Magnet School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Heritage E-stem Magnet School a charter school?
No, Heritage E-stem Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heritage E-stem Magnet School a Title I school?
No, Heritage E-stem Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heritage E-stem Magnet School?
53.4% of students at Heritage E-stem Magnet 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 760
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dakota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.2%
- Phone
- (651) 403-7401
Resources & Links
District
West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan- District Enrollment
- 5,293
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,864
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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