Serving 258 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nokomis Montessori South Campus ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nokomis Montessori South Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Nokomis Montessori South Campus's student population of 258 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
258 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nokomis Montessori South Campus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nokomis Montessori South Campus is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1478 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Asian
41%
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
14%
12%
White
24%
60%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nokomis Montessori South Campus's ranking?
Nokomis Montessori South Campus is ranked #1478 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Nokomis Montessori South Campus often compared to?
Nokomis Montessori South Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Nokomis Montessori North Campus, Jj Hill Montessori, Crossroads Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Nokomis Montessori South Campus?
258 students attend Nokomis Montessori South Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Nokomis Montessori South Campus students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nokomis Montessori South Campus?
Nokomis Montessori South Campus has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nokomis Montessori South Campus offer ?
Nokomis Montessori South Campus offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nokomis Montessori South Campus part of?
Nokomis Montessori South Campus is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Nokomis Montessori South Campus located?
Nokomis Montessori South Campus is located in the Battle Creek Conway Eastview Highwood Hills neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 8 other public schools located in Battle Creek Conway Eastview Highwood Hills.
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