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Quantum Steam Academy Elementary

Elementary School · Quantum STEAM Academy Charter

497 HUMBOLDT AVE, Saint Paul, MN 55107

Charter

Enrollment

125

Student-Teacher

31.2:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,409 of 1,992

In Saint Paul

#70 of 125

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Quantum STEAM Academy Charter

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Quantum Steam Academy Elementary

5.4/10

Elementary School in Saint Paul · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Quantum Steam Academy Middle School

2.2/10

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7.6/10

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About Quantum Steam Academy Elementary

Quantum Steam Academy Elementary is a public elementary school in Saint Paul, MN, part of Quantum STEAM Academy Charter. Quantum Steam Academy Elementary serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 31.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Quantum Steam Academy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,409 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Quantum Steam Academy Elementary show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below MN schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 125 students, Quantum Steam Academy Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Quantum Steam Academy Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Quantum Steam Academy Elementary runs 31.2:1 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change0 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendStable
Academics1.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-54.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
Resources & Environment1.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio31.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,523

Quantum Steam Academy Elementary — Students at Quantum Steam Academy Elementary score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 10.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 10.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2020*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
10%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Quantum Steam Academy Elementary Compares

See how Quantum Steam Academy Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
29th percentile in MN
Academic
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
1.5/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
8%
Teaching Staff
31:1 student-teacher ratio
4 teachers

Location

497 HUMBOLDT AVE, Saint Paul, MN 55107

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Quantum Steam Academy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOSEPHS SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby West Saint Paul), which scores notably higher. Another option is COMMUNITY OF SAINTS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby West Saint Paul), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MORELAND ART/HEALTH SCIENCE MAGNET (rated 5.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby West Saint Paul), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Saint Paul, see our Saint Paul schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Quantum STEAM Academy Middle School Saint Paul 0.0 mi 2.2
OPEN WORLD LEARNING SECONDARY Saint Paul 0.3 mi 7.6
HUMBOLDT HIGH SCHOOL Saint Paul 0.4 mi 5.7
Riverview Spanish/English Dual Imme Saint Paul 0.4 mi 4.6
CHEROKEE HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Paul 0.6 mi 3.5
Community School of Excellence High Saint Paul 0.7 mi 5.2
ECSE INCLUSION Saint Paul 0.8 mi 5.3
EARLY EDUCATION - BIRTH TO THREE Saint Paul 0.8 mi
Creative Arts Secondary School Saint Paul 1.0 mi 5.5
GUADALUPE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAMS Saint Paul 0.8 mi 7.1
ST PAUL CONSERVATORY PERFORMING ART Saint Paul 1.1 mi 6.3
HERITAGE E-STEM MAGNET SCHOOL West Saint Paul 1.3 mi 6.9
COMMUNITY OF SAINTS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL West Saint Paul 1.1 mi 5.1
JUVENILE SERVICE CENTER Saint Paul 1.3 mi
Water Lily Montessori Saint Paul 1.5 mi
Upper Mississippi Middle Academy Saint Paul 1.4 mi 6.2
Upper Mississippi High Academy Saint Paul 1.4 mi 7.7
MORELAND ART/HEALTH SCIENCE MAGNET West Saint Paul 1.6 mi 5.1
ST JOSEPHS SCHOOL West Saint Paul 1.5 mi 7.0
ST CROIX LUTHERAN ACADEMY West Saint Paul 1.6 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,125

Median Home Value

$259,900

Median Rent

$1,335/mo

Population

15,533

College Educated

31.2%

Homeownership

60.5%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

16.4%

Median Age

36

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Quantum Steam Academy Elementary

What grades does Quantum Steam Academy Elementary serve?

Quantum Steam Academy Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Quantum Steam Academy Elementary?

Quantum Steam Academy Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Quantum Steam Academy Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Quantum Steam Academy Elementary is 31.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Quantum Steam Academy Elementary rank in MN?

Quantum Steam Academy Elementary ranks #1,409 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Quantum Steam Academy Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Quantum Steam Academy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Quantum Steam Academy Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Quantum Steam Academy Elementary has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is Quantum Steam Academy Elementary a charter school?

Yes, Quantum Steam Academy Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Quantum Steam Academy Elementary a Title I school?

No, Quantum Steam Academy Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Quantum Steam Academy Elementary?

8.0% of students at Quantum Steam Academy 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher Ratio
31.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Ramsey County

District

Quantum STEAM Academy Charter
District Enrollment
188
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,523
District Rank
#1 of 2

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