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#972 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 49% in state
St. Paul City Middle School
Middle School · ST. PAUL CITY SCHOOL
215 UNIVERSITY AVE W, Saint Paul, MN 55103
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#972 of 1,992
In Saint Paul
#46 of 125
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
ST. PAUL CITY SCHOOL
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About St. Paul City Middle School
St. Paul City Middle School is a public middle school in Saint Paul, MN, part of ST. PAUL CITY SCHOOL.
St. Paul City Middle School serves approximately 141 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St.
Paul City Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #972 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for St. Paul City Middle School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- MN avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 141 students, St. Paul City Middle 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.
Test scores at St. Paul City Middle School 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.
St. Paul City Middle School runs 20.1:1 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
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St. Paul City Middle School — Students at St. Paul City Middle School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How St. Paul City Middle School Compares
See how St. Paul City Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
215 UNIVERSITY AVE W, Saint Paul, MN 55103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Paul City Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Prodeo Academy St. Paul Primary (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Upper Mississippi High Academy (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prodeo Academy St. Paul Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 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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| GFW Middle School Winthrop, MN | 6.2 |
| BLUE EARTH AREA MIDDLE Blue Earth, MN | 6.1 |
| WATERVILLE-ELYSIAN-MORRISTOWN JR. Morristown, MN | 6.1 |
| BRECKENRIDGE MIDDLE Breckenridge, MN | 5.9 |
| Brandon-Evansville Middle School Brandon, MN | 6.5 |
| Granada Huntley East Chain Middle S Granada, MN | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Paul City Middle School
What grades does St. Paul City Middle School serve?
St. Paul City Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend St. Paul City Middle School?
St. Paul City Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 141 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Paul City Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Paul City Middle School is 20.1:1. 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 Middle School rank in MN?
St. Paul City Middle School ranks #972 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is St. Paul City Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
St. Paul City Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Paul City Middle School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is St. Paul City Middle School a charter school?
Yes, St. Paul City Middle 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 Middle School a Title I school?
No, St. Paul City Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Paul City Middle School?
84.4% of students at St. Paul City Middle 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 141
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Ramsey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (651) 225-9177
Resources & Links
District
ST. PAUL CITY SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 590
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,794
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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