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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

5.5

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,400 of 1,992

In South Saint Paul

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

South St. Paul Public School Dist

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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5.5/10

High School in South Saint Paul · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr.

S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. is a public high school in South Saint Paul, MN, part of South St.

Paul Public School Dist. S St. Paul Community Lrng.

Cntr. serves approximately 94 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. S St. Paul Community Lrng.

Cntr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,400 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for S St. Paul Community Lrng.

Cntr. show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 94 students, S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. 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 S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics1.7Needs Improvement25%
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.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-23.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
College Readiness4.4Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate24.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,850

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%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 12.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 24.0% (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
15%
ELA
34.5%
2010
Math
10%
ELA
24.5%
2011
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2012
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2013
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
5%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
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: 9.0/10.

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.

Overall Score
5.5/10
30th percentile in MN
Academic
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
7 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

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 GUADALUPE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAMS (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Saint Paul), which scores notably higher. Additionally, 917 DCALS North (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby West Saint Paul), 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 5.2
PEACEFUL HEIGHTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL & CHILD CARE West Saint Paul 1.0 mi
South St. Paul High School South Saint Paul 1.0 mi 5.7
South St. Paul Middle School South Saint Paul 1.0 mi 6.2
ST CROIX LUTHERAN ACADEMY West Saint Paul 1.0 mi 8.1
Early Learning Resource Center West Saint Paul 1.2 mi 3.4
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL ED PROGRAM South Saint Paul 1.1 mi 3.9
COMMUNITY OF SAINTS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL West Saint Paul 1.3 mi 5.1
917 DCALS North West Saint Paul 1.3 mi 6.6
BRANCH OUT TRANSITIONAL SERVICES Mendota Heights 1.3 mi
BLUESKY CHARTER SCHOOL Bloomington 1.3 mi 6.2
ECSE INCLUSION Saint Paul 1.6 mi 5.3
EARLY EDUCATION - BIRTH TO THREE Saint Paul 1.6 mi
ACADEMIC ARTS HIGH SCHOOL West Saint Paul 1.5 mi 5.7
HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Saint Paul 1.8 mi 7.2
GUADALUPE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAMS Saint Paul 1.9 mi 7.1
HERITAGE E-STEM MAGNET SCHOOL West Saint Paul 1.8 mi 6.9
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

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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. ranks #1,400 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr.'s MySchoolScout rating?

S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr. has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
4-Year Graduation
24.5%

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