Serving 22 students in grades 7-8, St. Paul School Of Northern Lights Secondary 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Paul School Of Northern Lights Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
St. Paul School Of Northern Lights Secondary's student population of 22 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
St. Paul School Of Northern Lights Secondary 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 St. Paul School Of Northern Lights Secondary 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
#1056 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
9%
12%
White
68%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Secondary's ranking?
St. Paul School Of Northern Lights Secondary is ranked #1056 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend St. Paul School Of Northern Lights Secondary?
22 students attend St. Paul School Of Northern Lights Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of St. Paul School Of Northern Lights Secondary students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Paul School Of Northern Lights Secondary?
St. Paul School Of Northern Lights Secondary has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Paul School Of Northern Lights Secondary offer ?
St. Paul School Of Northern Lights Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is St. Paul School Of Northern Lights Secondary part of?
St. Paul School Of Northern Lights Secondary is part of St. Paul School Of Northern Lights School District.
In what neighborhood is St. Paul School Of Northern Lights Secondary located?
St. Paul School Of Northern Lights Secondary 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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