Serving 441 students in grades 5-8, Farnsworth Aerospace Upper 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 11% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farnsworth Aerospace Upper ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Farnsworth Aerospace Upper's student population of 441 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Farnsworth Aerospace Upper 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 Upper 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
#1721 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
57%
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
19%
12%
White
7%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farnsworth Aerospace Upper's ranking?
Farnsworth Aerospace Upper is ranked #1721 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Farnsworth Aerospace Upper often compared to?
Farnsworth Aerospace Upperis often viewed alongside schools like Farnsworth Aerospace Lower, Johnson Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Farnsworth Aerospace Upper?
441 students attend Farnsworth Aerospace Upper.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Farnsworth Aerospace Upper students are Asian, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farnsworth Aerospace Upper?
Farnsworth Aerospace Upper has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Farnsworth Aerospace Upper offer ?
Farnsworth Aerospace Upper offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Farnsworth Aerospace Upper part of?
Farnsworth Aerospace Upper is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Farnsworth Aerospace Upper located?
Farnsworth Aerospace Upper 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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