Serving 318 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eastern 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 15-19% (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 Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastern Heights 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
Eastern Heights Elementary School's student population of 318 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
Eastern 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 Eastern Heights Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1621 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
48%
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
19%
12%
White
10%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Saint Paul School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastern Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Eastern Heights Elementary School is ranked #1621 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?
15-19% 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 Eastern Heights Elementary School?
318 students attend Eastern Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Eastern Heights Elementary School students are Asian, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastern Heights Elementary School?
Eastern Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eastern Heights Elementary School offer ?
Eastern Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastern Heights Elementary School part of?
Eastern Heights Elementary School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Eastern Heights Elementary School located?
Eastern Heights Elementary School is located in the Battle Creek Conway Eastview Highwood Hills neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 8 other public schools located in Battle Creek Conway Eastview Highwood Hills.
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