Serving 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Farnsworth Aerospace Lower 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 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 Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farnsworth Aerospace Lower ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Farnsworth Aerospace Lower's student population of 453 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Farnsworth Aerospace Lower 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 Farnsworth Aerospace Lower is 0.63, 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
#1612 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
57%
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
16%
12%
White
11%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farnsworth Aerospace Lower's ranking?
Farnsworth Aerospace Lower is ranked #1612 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Farnsworth Aerospace Lower often compared to?
Farnsworth Aerospace Loweris often viewed alongside schools like Farnsworth Aerospace Upper, Johnson Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Farnsworth Aerospace Lower?
453 students attend Farnsworth Aerospace Lower.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Farnsworth Aerospace Lower students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farnsworth Aerospace Lower?
Farnsworth Aerospace Lower has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Farnsworth Aerospace Lower offer ?
Farnsworth Aerospace Lower offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Farnsworth Aerospace Lower part of?
Farnsworth Aerospace Lower is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Farnsworth Aerospace Lower located?
Farnsworth Aerospace Lower is located in the Payne Phalen neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 16 other public schools located in Payne Phalen.
School Reviews
5 6/21/2010
My name is Henry Nick, I was a student In farnsworth in St.Paul from grades k-6 and it helped structure my life ! I am now a college student and 20 years of age and I still keep the memories from this school with me, as well as talk to alot of my class mates from farnsworth, I would reccomend everyone to attend farnsworth !
5 5/11/2009
This is the best school in ST. Paul - The programs are well executed. The faculty and administration are engaged with the students. They treat each other with great respect. The kids have impeccable manners. They have been guided well. Their music program is comprehensive and inclusive. As an outsider who has visited many elementary schools in Minneapolis and St. Paul, I think this is far and away the best school.
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