Serving 393 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Expo For Excellence Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 55% 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: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Expo For Excellence Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Expo For Excellence Elementary School's student population of 393 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
393 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Expo For Excellence Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Expo For Excellence Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#781 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
34%
12%
White
45%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
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 Expo For Excellence Elementary School's ranking?
Expo For Excellence Elementary School is ranked #781 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Expo For Excellence Elementary School often compared to?
Expo For Excellence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Randolph Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Expo For Excellence Elementary School?
393 students attend Expo For Excellence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Expo For Excellence Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Expo For Excellence Elementary School?
Expo For Excellence Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Expo For Excellence Elementary School offer ?
Expo For Excellence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Expo For Excellence Elementary School part of?
Expo For Excellence Elementary School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Expo For Excellence Elementary School located?
Expo For Excellence Elementary School is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Highland Park.
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