Serving 491 students in grades 6-12, Open World Learning Secondary ranks in the top 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 35% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Open World Learning Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Open World Learning Secondary's student population of 491 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Open World Learning Secondary ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Open World Learning Secondary is 0.62, 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
#611 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
58%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Open World Learning Secondary's ranking?
Open World Learning Secondary is ranked #611 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Open World Learning Secondary often compared to?
Open World Learning Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Park Center Ib World School, Creative Arts Secondary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Open World Learning Secondary?
The graduation rate of Open World Learning Secondary is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Open World Learning Secondary?
491 students attend Open World Learning Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Open World Learning Secondary students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Open World Learning Secondary?
Open World Learning Secondary has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Open World Learning Secondary offer ?
Open World Learning Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Open World Learning Secondary part of?
Open World Learning Secondary is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Open World Learning Secondary located?
Open World Learning Secondary is located in the Riverview neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Riverview.
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