Serving 204 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crossroads Science Program 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 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crossroads Science Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Crossroads Science Program's student population of 204 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Crossroads Science Program 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 Crossroads Science Program is 0.71, 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
#1725 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
17%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
47%
12%
White
9%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Crossroads Science Program's ranking?
Crossroads Science Program is ranked #1725 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Crossroads Science Program often compared to?
Crossroads Science Programis often viewed alongside schools like 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 45% MN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Crossroads Science Program?
204 students attend Crossroads Science Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Crossroads Science Program students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crossroads Science Program?
Crossroads Science Program has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Crossroads Science Program offer ?
Crossroads Science Program offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crossroads Science Program part of?
Crossroads Science Program is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Crossroads Science Program located?
Crossroads Science Program is located in the North End neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 10 other public schools located in North End.
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