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North Senior High

High School · North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale

2416 E 11TH AVE, North Saint Paul, MN 55109

Enrollment

1,639

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

6.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,052 of 1,992

In North Saint Paul

#3 of 8

public schools

In district

#5 of 15

North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale

Academic growth

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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North Senior High

6.1/10

High School in North Saint Paul · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About North Senior High

North Senior High is a public high school in North Saint Paul, MN, part of North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale. North Senior High serves approximately 1,639 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio.

North Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,052 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for North Senior High show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • MN avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
College Readiness6.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate76%
AP Participation21%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,478
Chronic Absenteeism22.5%

North Senior High — Students at North Senior High score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
46%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
16%
ELA
47%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How North Senior High Compares

See how North Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
47th percentile in MN
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
5.5/10
Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
26
11 boys' · 15 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
95 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
21% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics26sports offered
11 boys'·15 girls'·46 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2416 E 11TH AVE, North Saint Paul, MN 55109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. 622 Online High School (rated 6.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WHITE BEAR AREA LEARNING CENTER (rated 6.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby White Bear Lake), with a very similar rating. Additionally, South Campus Education Center (rated 6.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby White Bear Lake), with a very similar rating. For more schools in North Saint Paul, see our North Saint Paul schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
622 ALTERNATIVE MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL North Saint Paul 0.2 mi
622 Online High School North Saint Paul 0.2 mi 6.4
North Metro Flex Academy North Saint Paul 0.2 mi 3.4
North Metro Flex Middle School North Saint Paul 0.2 mi 6.7
Lionsgate Academy AIM North Saint Paul 0.3 mi 5.6
RICHARDSON ELEMENTARY North Saint Paul 0.4 mi 3.5
CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Saint Paul 0.5 mi 5.9
The Next Step North Saint Paul 0.4 mi 5.5
ST PETER CATHOLIC North Saint Paul 0.5 mi 6.4
COWERN ELEMENTARY North Saint Paul 0.7 mi 5.1
Justice Alan Page Elementary School Maplewood 1.2 mi 6.7
Harmony Learning Center Maplewood 1.0 mi 5.6
PrairieCare Maplewood Maplewood 1.3 mi
HILL MURRAY SCHOOL Saint Paul 1.6 mi 5.6
MOUNDS PARK ACADEMY Saint Paul 1.6 mi 8.4
916 MAHTOMEDI ACADEMY White Bear Lake 1.6 mi 5.8
Passages Transition Program Mahtomedi 1.7 mi
CASTLE ELEMENTARY Oakdale 1.4 mi 5.1
WHITE BEAR AREA LEARNING CENTER White Bear Lake 2.0 mi 6.2
South Campus Education Center White Bear Lake 2.4 mi 6.2

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Senior High

What grades does North Senior High serve?

North Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend North Senior High?

North Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,639 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Senior High?

The student-teacher ratio at North Senior High is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Senior High rank in MN?

North Senior High ranks #1,052 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is North Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

North Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 North Senior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Senior High has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is North Senior High a charter school?

No, North Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is North Senior High a Title I school?

No, North Senior High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Senior High?

67.4% of students at North Senior High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,639
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
95
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ramsey County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.5%
4-Year Graduation
76.0%

District

North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale
District Enrollment
10,633
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,478
District Rank
#5 of 15

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