Serving 199 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary 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 34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Math Proficiency: 34%
- Reading Proficiency: 32%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary's student population of 199 students has declined by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)34%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)32%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
21%
12%
Black
70%
12%
White
5%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Prodeo Academy is a newtork of tuition-free public charter schools with two campuses in St. Paul and Columbia Heigths. We provide families in the Twin Cities metro area with a high-quality education option. Columbia Heights campus serves scholars in grades PreK - 8, and our St. Paul campus serves scholars in grades PreK - 4.From their first day on campus, we are prepare scholars for college and the skills necessary to be successful in life. Everything we do at Prodeo Academy, both in and out of the classroom, is based on our Five Core Values: Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, Development, and Engagement Excellence is our standard, for both students and teachers. Together with our families, our goal is to provide a structure and culture of success for our scholars, and to prepare them to "go forward."
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
How many students attend Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary?
199 students attend Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary?
Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary offer ?
Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary part of?
Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary is part of Prodeo Academy School District.
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