Serving 185 students in grades Kindergarten-6, St. Paul School Of Northern Lights 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Paul School Of Northern Lights's student population of 185 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
185 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
St. Paul School Of Northern Lights 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 St. Paul School Of Northern Lights is 0.51, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#978 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
5%
12%
White
68%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 St. Paul School Of Northern Lights's ranking?
St. Paul School Of Northern Lights is ranked #978 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are St. Paul School Of Northern Lights often compared to?
St. Paul School Of Northern Lightsis often viewed alongside schools like St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art, Focus Beyond by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend St. Paul School Of Northern Lights?
185 students attend St. Paul School Of Northern Lights.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of St. Paul School Of Northern Lights students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Paul School Of Northern Lights?
St. Paul School Of Northern Lights has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Paul School Of Northern Lights offer ?
St. Paul School Of Northern Lights offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Paul School Of Northern Lights part of?
St. Paul School Of Northern Lights is part of St. Paul School Of Northern Lights School District.
In what neighborhood is St. Paul School Of Northern Lights located?
St. Paul School Of Northern Lights is located in the West Seventh Fort Road neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 21 other public schools located in West Seventh Fort Road.
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