Serving 305 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chelsea Heights 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chelsea Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Chelsea Heights Elementary School's student population of 305 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Colors
Gold and Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chelsea Heights 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 Chelsea Heights Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#990 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
18%
12%
White
51%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chelsea Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Chelsea Heights Elementary School is ranked #990 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Chelsea Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Chelsea Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Falcon Heights Elementary School, Como Park Elementary School, Twin Cities German Immersion Chrtr by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Chelsea Heights Elementary School?
305 students attend Chelsea Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Chelsea Heights Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chelsea Heights Elementary School?
Chelsea Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chelsea Heights Elementary School offer ?
Chelsea Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chelsea Heights Elementary School part of?
Chelsea Heights Elementary School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Chelsea Heights Elementary School located?
Chelsea Heights Elementary School is located in the Como Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in Como Park.
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