Serving 255 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highwood Hills 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 92% 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: 255 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highwood Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Highwood Hills Elementary School's student population of 255 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Highwood Hills 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 Highwood Hills Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1689 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
29%
7%
Hispanic
21%
12%
Black
39%
12%
White
8%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Highwood Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Highwood Hills Elementary School is ranked #1689 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Highwood Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Highwood Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter, St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art 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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Highwood Hills Elementary School?
255 students attend Highwood Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Highwood Hills Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highwood Hills Elementary School?
Highwood Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highwood Hills Elementary School offer ?
Highwood Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highwood Hills Elementary School part of?
Highwood Hills Elementary School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Highwood Hills Elementary School located?
Highwood Hills Elementary School is located in the Highwood neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN.
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