East African Magnet School serves 296 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East African Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
East African Magnet School's student population of 296 students has grown by 104% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
296 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of East African Magnet School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
95%
12%
White
1%
60%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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
How many students attend East African Magnet School?
296 students attend East African Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of East African Magnet School students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East African Magnet School?
East African Magnet School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does East African Magnet School offer ?
East African Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is East African Magnet School part of?
East African Magnet School is part of Saint Paul School District.
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