Serving 696 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Community School Of Excellence 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 29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community School Of Excellence Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Community School Of Excellence Elementary School's student population of 696 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
696 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Rankings
Community School Of Excellence 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 Community School Of Excellence Elementary School is 0.02, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1487 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
99%
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
n/a
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Community School Of Excellence Elementary School's ranking?
Community School Of Excellence Elementary School is ranked #1487 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Community School Of Excellence Elementary School?
696 students attend Community School Of Excellence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Community School Of Excellence Elementary School students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Community School Of Excellence Elementary School?
Community School Of Excellence Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Community School Of Excellence Elementary School offer ?
Community School Of Excellence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Community School Of Excellence Elementary School part of?
Community School Of Excellence Elementary School is part of Community School Of Excellence School District.
In what neighborhood is Community School Of Excellence Elementary School located?
Community School Of Excellence Elementary School is located in the North of Maryland neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in North of Maryland.
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