Serving 178 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crossroads Montessori 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). 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 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (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
Crossroads Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Crossroads Montessori's student population of 178 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
178 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crossroads Montessori ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crossroads Montessori is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1659 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
28%
12%
White
25%
60%
Two or more races
21%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crossroads Montessori's ranking?
Crossroads Montessori is ranked #1659 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Crossroads Montessori?
178 students attend Crossroads Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Crossroads Montessori students are Black, 25% of students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crossroads Montessori?
Crossroads Montessori has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Crossroads Montessori offer ?
Crossroads Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crossroads Montessori part of?
Crossroads Montessori is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Crossroads Montessori located?
Crossroads Montessori is located in the North End neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 8 other public schools located in North End.
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