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Open School- Magnet
90 Western Ave S
St Paul, MN  55102
Grades:K-12
Principal:Todd Bartholomay
Hours:8:05 a.m. - 2:35 p.m.
Phone:(651) 293-8670
Fax:651-293-5308
Web Site:http://open.spps.org
Open House
Thurs., Feb. 7, 2008
6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Kindergarten Orientation
Thurs., May 15, 2008
6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Tours can be arranged by calling the school.

Open School's progressive programs are rooted in  the tenets of open and constructivist education and self-directed learning. The district's only K-12 school, Open's academic program is designed for self-motivated and independent learners who want a family-like environment.

The school emphasizes hands-on and project-based experiences and regards the community as a valuable resource for learning. Developing and building on mastery of essential academic skills and knowledge, Open School strives to develop human beings who, by senior high, are able to take leadership roles in the school community and are poised to enter post-secondary training programs or colleges. Students work in multi-age groups at their own levels.

Graduation requires the completion of a comprehensive portfolio addressing essential learnings in alignment with standards. Narrative evaluations provide feedback to students taking a variety of engaging classes.

Special Features:

  • Because Open School serves students in grades K-12, all children in a family can attend this school at the same time.

  • All students participate in an advisory program that fosters supportive relationships between students and teachers. Parents and community members are highly valued as partners in the development of students.

Quick Facts
Enrollment
Percentage of Students who identify themselves as American Indian02%
Percentage of Students who identify themselves as Asian American33%
Percentage of Students who identify themselves as African American31%
Percentage of Students who identify themselves as Hispanic American08%
Percentage of Students who identify themselves as Caucasian American27%
Percentage of Students in English Language Learning30%
Percentage of Students in Special Education20%
Percentage of Students eligible for Free and Reduced Lunch73%
Percentage of Students Proficient in the 2007 MCA II for Grade 3 reading test50%
Percentage of Students Proficient in the 2007 MCA II for Grade 3 math test63%
Percentage of Students Proficient in the 2007 MCA II for Grade 4 reading test25%
Percentage of Students Proficient in the 2007 MCA II for Grade 4 math test44%
Percentage of Students Proficient in the 2007 MCA II for Grade 5 reading test23%
Percentage of Students Proficient in the 2007 MCA II for Grade 5 math test16%
Percentage of Students Proficient in the 2007 MCA II for Grade 6 reading test43%
Percentage of Students Proficient in the 2007 MCA II for Grade 6 math test50%

Programs & Activities

Magnet and Citywide Option Schools:
  • Multi-age program
  • Open Program

  • Kindergarten Options:
  • All-day Kindergarten

  • After School Offerings:
  • ALC/Community After School Program

  • Academic Offerings:
  • Bilingual Staff

  • School Features:
  • Peace Site School

  • Other Programs/Specialists:
  • Arts Specialists
  • Media/Librarian Specialist
  • Music Specialist
  • Physical Education Specialist
  • Science Specialist
  • Competitive Academic Teams