Serving 174 students in grades 9-12, Leap High 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leap High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Leap High School's student population of 174 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Leap High 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 Leap High School is 0.51, which is less 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
#1596 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
21%
7%
Hispanic
66%
12%
Black
13%
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Leap High School's ranking?
Leap High School is ranked #1596 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leap High School?
The graduation rate of Leap High School is 11-19%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Leap High School?
174 students attend Leap High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Leap High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, and 13% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leap High School?
Leap High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Leap High School offer ?
Leap High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leap High School part of?
Leap High School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Leap High School located?
Leap High School is located in the Hamline Midway neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in Hamline Midway.
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