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#13 of 318 private schools in MN

Top 4% of private schools

Mounds Park Academy

School

2051 LARPENTEUR AVE E, Saint Paul, MN 55109

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MN statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

549

Student-Teacher

8.7:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Saint Paul

#2 of 13

public schools

Minnesota schools

#5 of 63

About Mounds Park Academy

Mounds Park Academy, a regular public school located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, serves students from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. With an enrollment of 549 students and a student-teacher ratio of 8.7:1, the school benefits from a supportive learning environment with small class sizes. Mounds Park Academy has 63 full-time equivalent teachers who are dedicated to their students' education.

The school's MySchoolScout Rating is 6.0 out of 10, placing it in the 48th percentile among Minnesota schools. Although detailed test score data is not available, the school focuses on comprehensive student development and has room for academic growth. Situated in a large suburban area, Mounds Park Academy is part of a community that values education and supports its students’ diverse needs.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.7:1, Mounds Park Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Mounds Park Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$38,705
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$43,819
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.13x — Strong
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
79%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$31.5M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 549 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Mounds Park Academy compares to 146 public schools serving similar grades in Saint Paul, MN

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
This School
vs
14.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
549
This School
vs
350
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.5
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 62.7% vs 0%
Asian 14.8% vs 0%
Black 6.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.6% vs 0%
Mounds Park Academy Saint Paul Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Mounds Park Academy (this school) 8.5
THE HEIGHTS COMMUNITY SCHOOL 8.3
Early Education Heights Comm
FROST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.4
Early Ed Frost Lake
HAZEL PARK PREPARATORY ACADEMY 7.0
CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY 9.0
NOKOMIS MONTESSORI NORTH CAMPUS 4.1
Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School 4.8
ACHIEVE LANGUAGE ACADEMY 3.7
L'Etoile du Nord French Immersion 7.3
EASTERN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY 7.5
Early Ed Eastern Heights
Txuj Ci HMong Language & Culture U 7.2
TWIN CITIES ACADEMY 4.1
FARNSWORTH AEROSPACE LOWER 5.4
Txuj Ci HMong Language & Culture Lo 7.0
Nokomis Montessori South Campus 7.5
HARDING SENIOR HIGH 7.3
LIFE Prep 4.7
JOHNSON SENIOR HIGH 5.6

Showing 20 of 146 schools. View all schools in Saint Paul

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 8.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 56%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 549
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MN

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 62.7%
Asian 14.8%
Two or More 10.7%
Black 6.7%
Hispanic 4.6%
Native American 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2051 LARPENTEUR AVE E, Saint Paul, MN 55109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mounds Park Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THE HEIGHTS COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lionsgate Academy AIM (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby North Saint Paul), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Saint Paul, see our Saint Paul schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
THE HEIGHTS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Saint Paul 0.9 mi 8.3
Early Education Heights Comm Saint Paul 0.9 mi
Justice Alan Page Elementary School Maplewood 0.7 mi 7.0
PRESENTATION OF MARY SCHOOL Maplewood 0.9 mi 7.5
HAZEL PARK PREPARATORY ACADEMY Saint Paul 1.4 mi 7.0
JOHN GLENN MIDDLE Maplewood 1.2 mi 3.7
COWERN ELEMENTARY North Saint Paul 1.2 mi 6.2
FROST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Paul 1.2 mi 5.4
Early Ed Frost Lake Saint Paul 1.2 mi
NOKOMIS MONTESSORI NORTH CAMPUS Saint Paul 1.7 mi 4.1
NORTH SENIOR HIGH North Saint Paul 1.6 mi 5.9
Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School Saint Paul 1.7 mi 4.8
ACHIEVE LANGUAGE ACADEMY Saint Paul 1.8 mi 3.7
HILL MURRAY SCHOOL Saint Paul 1.3 mi 5.6
Lionsgate Academy AIM North Saint Paul 1.5 mi 7.6
Harmony Learning Center Maplewood 1.8 mi 6.8
North Metro Flex Academy North Saint Paul 1.6 mi 6.2
North Metro Flex Middle School North Saint Paul 1.6 mi 7.6
L'Etoile du Nord French Immersion Saint Paul 1.8 mi 7.3
CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY Saint Paul 1.7 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,759

Median Home Value

$291,200

Median Rent

$1,316/mo

Population

34,266

College Educated

30.7%

Homeownership

65.1%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

36.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Mounds Park Academy has a median household income of $81,759. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $291,200, with a median rent of $1,316/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.4%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CONVENT OF THE VISITATION SCHOOL Mendota Heights, MN 8.4
LIBERTY CLASSICAL ACADEMY White Bear Lake, MN 8.3
LOYOLA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mankato, MN 8.3
SACRED HEART SCHOOL East Grand Forks, MN 7.5
NEW LIFE ACADEMY Woodbury, MN 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mounds Park Academy

What grades does Mounds Park Academy serve?

Mounds Park Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Mounds Park Academy?

Mounds Park Academy has an enrollment of approximately 549 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mounds Park Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Mounds Park Academy is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mounds Park Academy rank in MN?

Mounds Park Academy is ranked #13 out of 318 private schools in MN.

What is Mounds Park Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Mounds Park Academy has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Mounds Park Academy a private school?

Yes, Mounds Park Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Mounds Park Academy a religious school?

No, Mounds Park Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
549
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
RAMSEY
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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