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#1298 of 1,986 schools in MN
S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr.
High School · South St. Paul Public School Dist
710 - 19TH AVENUE NORTH, South Saint Paul, MN 55075
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In South Saint Paul
#4 of 6
public schools
Minnesota high schools
#362 of 628
In district
#4 of 6
South St. Paul Public School Dist
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very strong
About S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr.
S St. Paul Community Learning Center is an alternative high school located in South Saint Paul, Minnesota, serving students from seventh through twelfth grade. With a student body of 94 students and a dedicated teaching staff of seven full-time equivalent teachers, the school offers a personalized learning environment with a student-teacher ratio of 13.4:1.
The academic performance at S St. Paul Community Learning Center reflects areas where there is room for improvement, with an ELA proficiency rate of 20% and math proficiency at 15%. The MySchoolScout rating stands at 4.3 out of 10, placing the school in the 23rd percentile among Minnesota schools.
Despite these challenges, the school focuses on student development and offers support tailored to individual needs. S St. Paul Community Learning Center is situated in a large suburban area, providing a setting that balances urban conveniences with a more spacious environment.
The community around the school includes diverse neighborhoods and local amenities, making it an engaging place for students to learn and grow.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 94 students, S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
While current test scores at S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
Score Breakdown
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S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. — Students at S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.4/10.
How S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. Compares
See how S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 10% (2019) to 10% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 25% (2019) to 10% (2022).
Location
710 - 19TH AVENUE NORTH, South Saint Paul, MN 55075
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST CROIX LUTHERAN ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby West Saint Paul), which scores notably higher. Another option is South St. Paul High School (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BLUESKY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Bloomington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Saint Paul, see our South Saint Paul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SSP Virtual South Saint Paul | 0.0 mi | — |
| 917 Deaf/Hard of Hearing South Saint Paul | 0.7 mi | — |
| LINCOLN CENTER ELEMENTARY South Saint Paul | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| PEACEFUL HEIGHTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL & CHILD CARE West Saint Paul | 1.0 mi | — |
| South St. Paul High School South Saint Paul | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| South St. Paul Middle School South Saint Paul | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ST CROIX LUTHERAN ACADEMY West Saint Paul | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Early Learning Resource Center West Saint Paul | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL ED PROGRAM South Saint Paul | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| COMMUNITY OF SAINTS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL West Saint Paul | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| 917 DCALS North West Saint Paul | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| BRANCH OUT TRANSITIONAL SERVICES Mendota Heights | 1.3 mi | — |
| BLUESKY CHARTER SCHOOL Bloomington | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| ECSE INCLUSION Saint Paul | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| EARLY EDUCATION - BIRTH TO THREE Saint Paul | 1.6 mi | — |
| ACADEMIC ARTS HIGH SCHOOL West Saint Paul | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Saint Paul | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| GUADALUPE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAMS Saint Paul | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| HERITAGE E-STEM MAGNET SCHOOL West Saint Paul | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| CROWN OF LIFE LUTHERAN West Saint Paul | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,573
Median Home Value
$267,000
Median Rent
$1,128/mo
Population
20,651
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
37.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. has a median household income of $84,573. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $267,000, with a median rent of $1,128/month. The local poverty rate of 9.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 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 |
|---|---|
| CENTENNIAL AREA LEARNING CENTER Circle Pines, MN | 5.8 |
| CHOKIO-ALBERTA SECONDARY Chokio, MN | 5.8 |
| CLOQUET AREA ALT. ED. PROGRAMS Cloquet, MN | 5.8 |
| Falcons Online Academy-HS Faribault, MN | 5.8 |
| Hennepin Gateway To College Eden Prairie, MN | 5.8 |
| UNITY CAMPUS Minneapolis, MN | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr.
What grades does S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. serve?
S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr.?
S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. has an enrollment of approximately 94 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr.?
The student-teacher ratio at S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. rank in MN?
S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. is ranked #1298 out of 1,986 schools in MN.
What is S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr.'s MySchoolScout rating?
S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. has a composite rating of 5.8 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.
What are the test scores at S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. has 15.0% math proficiency and 20.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. a charter school?
No, S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. a Title I school?
No, S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr.?
62.8% of students at S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. 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
- County Safety
- Low (6/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 94
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dakota County
- Phone
- (651) 450-9966
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
South St. Paul Public School Dist- District Enrollment
- 2,917
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,850
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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