Serving 579 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Adams Magnet 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 35% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to 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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adams Magnet Elementary School's student population of 579 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Adams Magnet Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Magnet Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1038 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
47%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
37%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Magnet Elementary School's ranking?
Adams Magnet Elementary School is ranked #1038 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Adams Magnet Elementary School often compared to?
Adams Magnet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverview Spanish/english Dual Imme by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Adams Magnet Elementary School?
579 students attend Adams Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Adams Magnet Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adams Magnet Elementary School?
Adams Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Adams Magnet Elementary School offer ?
Adams Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adams Magnet Elementary School part of?
Adams Magnet Elementary School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Adams Magnet Elementary School located?
Adams Magnet Elementary School is located in the East Midway neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in East Midway.
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