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#1446 of 1,992 schools in MN
St. Paul City High School
High School · ST. PAUL CITY SCHOOL
215 UNIVERSITY AVE W, Saint Paul, MN 55103
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,446 of 1,992
In Saint Paul
#75 of 125
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
ST. PAUL CITY SCHOOL
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About St. Paul City High School
St. Paul City High School is a public high school in Saint Paul, MN, part of ST. PAUL CITY SCHOOL.
St. Paul City High School serves approximately 150 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. St.
Paul City High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,446 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for St. Paul City High School show 25% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 150 students, St. Paul City High School 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.
St. Paul City High School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
50% of students at St. Paul City High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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St. Paul City High School — Students at St. Paul City High School score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
How St. Paul City High School Compares
See how St. Paul City High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
215 UNIVERSITY AVE W, Saint Paul, MN 55103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Paul City High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Upper Mississippi High Academy (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PAUL CONSERVATORY PERFORMING ART (rated 6.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JOURNEYS SECONDARY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Saint Paul, see our Saint Paul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,872
Median Home Value
$240,400
Median Rent
$1,040/mo
Population
13,892
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
42.5%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
26.5%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Paul City High School
What grades does St. Paul City High School serve?
St. Paul City High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St. Paul City High School?
St. Paul City High School has an enrollment of approximately 150 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Paul City High School?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Paul City High School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does St. Paul City High School rank in MN?
St. Paul City High School ranks #1,446 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is St. Paul City High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St. Paul City High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 St. Paul City High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Paul City High School has 25% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is St. Paul City High School a charter school?
Yes, St. Paul City High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is St. Paul City High School a Title I school?
No, St. Paul City High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Paul City High School?
84.0% of students at St. Paul City High School 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 150
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Ramsey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (651) 225-9177
- 4-Year Graduation
- 30.0%
Resources & Links
District
ST. PAUL CITY SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 590
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,794
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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