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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

5.8

Grades

7th – 12th

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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.96 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.7Significantly Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10%
Reading/ELA Proficiency10%
Overall Proficiency10%
Expected (poverty-adj.)34%
vs. Expected-23.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
College Readiness6.7Above Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,499

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 15.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 20.0%
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
10%
ELA
25%
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: 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.

Overall Score
5.8/10
35th percentile in MN
Academic
1.7/10
1.7/10
Growth
7.4/10
Above average
Environment
7.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

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

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.

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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.

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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
Data Year
2023–2024

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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