Serving 323 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chelsea Heights Elementary School 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 46% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chelsea Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Chelsea Heights Elementary School's student population of 323 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Chelsea Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chelsea Heights Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1049 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
16%
12%
White
54%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chelsea Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Chelsea Heights Elementary School is ranked #1049 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Chelsea Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Chelsea Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like American Indian Magnet School, Como Park Elementary School, Falcon Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Chelsea Heights Elementary School?
323 students attend Chelsea Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Chelsea Heights Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chelsea Heights Elementary School?
Chelsea Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chelsea Heights Elementary School offer ?
Chelsea Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chelsea Heights Elementary School part of?
Chelsea Heights Elementary School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Chelsea Heights Elementary School located?
Chelsea Heights Elementary School is located in the Como Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 10 other public schools located in Como Park.
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