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#1478 of 1,992 schools in MN
Hidden River Middle School
Middle School · Saint Paul Public Schools · Saint Paul, MN
A Saint Paul Public Schools middle school where students score 9 points below what's typical for similar communities.
1700 SUMMIT AVE, Saint Paul, MN 55105
- Math 24% proficient (2022)
- Reading 38% proficient (2022)
- 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Hidden River Middle School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. MN average.
Trend
→ SteadyProficiency is down 15 points across the 14-year record (2009–2022) and has held near 31% recently.
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 31% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 41% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
51.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Hidden River Middle School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 86Very Walkable
- Bike 82Very Bikeable
- County Safety: Low197/100K
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FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · county context, not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$108,200
Median home value
$453,300
Median rent
$1,240/mo
College educated
78%
Homeownership
67.3%
Poverty rate
7.2%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 55105; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laura Jeffrey Academy CharterCharter · enrollment unverified | 7.6 | 5–8 | 0.3 mi | 113 | Compare → |
| Avalon Middle SchoolCharter · enrollment unverified | 5.5 | 6–8 | 2.0 mi | 72 | Compare → |
| Global Arts Plus UpperEnrollment path unverified | 4.9 | 5–8 | 2.0 mi | 426 | Compare → |
| Highland Park Middle SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.6 | 6–8 | 2.0 mi | 773 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Saint Paul Public Schools
- Schools in district
- 102
- Rank in district
- #40 of 68
- District spending per student
- $21,634NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 16.0%Census SAIPE · 2024
Hidden River Middle School is listed in Saint Paul Public Schools; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Hidden River Middle School
Hidden River Middle School is a public middle school in Saint Paul, MN, part of Saint Paul Public Schools, serving approximately 588 students in grades 6th-8th with a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,478 of 1,992 schools in MN. State assessment records show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Hidden River Middle School
What grades does Hidden River Middle School serve?
Hidden River Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Hidden River Middle School?
Hidden River Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 588 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hidden River Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hidden River Middle School is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hidden River Middle School rank in MN?
Hidden River Middle School ranks #1,478 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Hidden River Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hidden River Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Hidden River Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hidden River Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hidden River Middle School a charter school?
No, Hidden River Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hidden River Middle School a Title I school?
No, Hidden River Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hidden River Middle School?
51.9% of students at Hidden River Middle 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 588
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Ramsey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (651) 293-8860
- Area population (ZIP 55105)
- 27,470
- Area average commute
- 18.7 min
- Area median age
- 34.6
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 55105; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
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