Serving 514 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Saint Paul Music Academy 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 26% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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-6
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saint Paul Music Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Saint Paul Music Academy's student population of 514 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
514 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Saint Paul Music Academy 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 Saint Paul Music Academy is 0.70, 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
#1572 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
48%
7%
Hispanic
18%
12%
Black
17%
12%
White
9%
60%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saint Paul Music Academy's ranking?
Saint Paul Music Academy is ranked #1572 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Saint Paul Music Academy often compared to?
Saint Paul Music Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mississippi Creative Arts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Saint Paul Music Academy?
514 students attend Saint Paul Music Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Saint Paul Music Academy students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saint Paul Music Academy?
Saint Paul Music Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Saint Paul Music Academy offer ?
Saint Paul Music Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saint Paul Music Academy part of?
Saint Paul Music Academy is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Saint Paul Music Academy located?
Saint Paul Music Academy is located in the North End neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 8 other public schools located in North End.
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