Academic Arts High School vs Heritage E-STEM Magnet School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Minnesota, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academic Arts High School
West Saint Paul · Charter high · Grades 9–12
78 students
Heritage E-STEM Magnet School
West Saint Paul · Public middle · Grades 5–8
761 students
| Measure | Academic Arts High School West Saint Paul, Minnesota | Heritage E-STEM Magnet School West Saint Paul, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #297 of 433 | #147 of 266 |
| National rank | #8319 of 16,910 | #5134 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 78 | 761 |
| Enrollment | 78 | 761 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.2% | 52% |
| Students per teacher | 6.0 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 49.5% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 49% |
| city | West Saint Paul | West Saint Paul |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Heritage E-STEM Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.5 vs 50.2).
- •Heritage E-STEM Magnet School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 24.5%).
- •Heritage E-STEM Magnet School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 49.5%).
- •Academic Arts High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.2% vs 52%).
- •Academic Arts High School does better on students per teacher (6.0 vs 14.9).
- •Heritage E-STEM Magnet School is the larger school with 761 students compared with 78.
- •Academic Arts High School is a charter school while Heritage E-STEM Magnet School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Academic Arts High School better than Heritage E-STEM Magnet School?
On the Success Index (US), Heritage E-STEM Magnet School ranks higher (61.5 vs 50.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Academic Arts High School and Heritage E-STEM Magnet School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between West Saint Paul and West Saint Paul in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academic Arts High School: 78. Heritage E-STEM Magnet School: 761. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academic Arts High School and Heritage E-STEM Magnet School rank in Minnesota?
Academic Arts High School is 297th of 433 and Heritage E-STEM Magnet School is 147th of 266 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).