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9 schools in West Saint Paul

Minnesota · Public K-12

West Saint Paul reports 9 public K-12 schools and approximately 1,923 students enrolled, per NCES, an average school size near 214.

7-year change in West Saint Paul

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,923
-1,873 (-49%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
8
-2 (-20%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
39%
was 49%
% Hispanic
36%
was 31%
% Black
13%
was 9%
% Asian
2%
was 4%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
917 DCALS NorthHigh09-1254
917 DCALS North Extended Day (EDOP)High09-120
ACADEMIC ARTS HIGH SCHOOLHigh09-1278
BRANCH OUT TRANSITIONAL SERVICESHigh12-1229
Early Learning and Family ResourceElementaryPK-PK31
Early Learning Resource CenterElementaryPK-PK187
GARLOUGH ENVIRONMENTAL MAGNETElementaryKG-04414
HERITAGE E-STEM MAGNET SCHOOLMiddle05-08761
MORELAND ART/HEALTH SCIENCE MAGNETElementaryPK-04369

About West Saint Paul

West Saint Paul is a middle-population Minnesota city in terms of public-school footprint, with 9 schools and 1,923 students total.

Looking at the level breakdown, the city comprises 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 4 high.

Schools in West Saint Paul average about 214 students each, 40% noticeably below the Minnesota norm.

Over the past 7-year window. Combined enrollment now sits at 1,923 students, fell 49% from the 3,796 reported in SY 2017-18. Over that span, West Saint Paul shed 2 schools, going from 10 to 8. Demographically, the White share of enrollment contracted from 49% to 39%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for West Saint Paul discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in West Saint Paul, Minnesota?
There are 9 public K-12 schools in West Saint Paul, with a combined enrollment of about 1,923.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in West Saint Paul?
West Saint Paul has 4 elementary, 1 middle, 4 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in West Saint Paul?
HERITAGE E-STEM MAGNET SCHOOL is the largest public school in West Saint Paul by enrollment, with approximately 761 students.
What school districts serve West Saint Paul?
West Saint Paul is served by 3 public school districts, including West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan, INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT 917, ACADEMIC ARTS HIGH SCHOOL.
What grade levels do public schools in West Saint Paul cover?
Public schools in West Saint Paul serve students from pre-K through grade 12.
Are there charter schools in West Saint Paul?
1 of the 9 public schools in West Saint Paul are charter schools.