Serving 292 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 6-9% (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 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (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
Student Attention
School Overview
Highwood Hills Elementary School's student population of 292 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highwood Hills Elementary School 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 Highwood Hills Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1711 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
28%
7%
Hispanic
18%
12%
Black
40%
12%
White
10%
60%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highwood Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Highwood Hills Elementary School is ranked #1711 out of 1,773 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?
6-9% 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 Highwood Hills Elementary School?
292 students attend Highwood Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Highwood Hills Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 4% 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 11:1, 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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