Highland Park Elementary vs Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Park Elementary
Saint Paul · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
406 students
Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy
Saint Paul · Public elementary · Grades K–5
431 students
| Measure | Highland Park Elementary Saint Paul, Minnesota | Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy Saint Paul, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #772 of 923 | #82 of 923 |
| National rank | #31263 of 50,301 | #3133 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 406 | 431 |
| Enrollment | 406 | 431 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.4% | 33.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 92% |
| city | Saint Paul | Saint Paul |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.5 vs 41.0).
- •Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy does better on math proficiency (92% vs 37%).
- •Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 42%).
- •Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.2% vs 72.4%).
- •Highland Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 16.6).
- •Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy is the larger school with 431 students compared with 406.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Highland Park Elementary better than Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy ranks higher (83.5 vs 41.0 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 Highland Park Elementary and Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Saint Paul and Saint Paul in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Park Elementary: 406. Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy: 431. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Park Elementary and Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy rank in Minnesota?
Highland Park Elementary is 772nd of 923 and Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy is 82nd of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).