Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Como Park 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Como Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
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Como Park Elementary School's student population of 322 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
Como Park 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 Como Park Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1282 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
42%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
24%
12%
White
11%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Como Park Elementary School's ranking?
Como Park Elementary School is ranked #1282 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Como Park Elementary School often compared to?
Como Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rivereast Program, Chelsea Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Como Park Elementary School?
322 students attend Como Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Como Park Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Como Park Elementary School?
Como Park Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Como Park Elementary School offer ?
Como Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Como Park Elementary School part of?
Como Park Elementary School is part of Saint Paul Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Como Park Elementary School located?
Como Park Elementary School is located in the Payne Phalen neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 16 other public schools located in Payne Phalen.
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