Click on the name of a school to see its full description. You can also check the box next to each school that you are interested in and press "compare" to see a comparative summary. Or you can press "compare all" to see information for all of the schools on this page. American Indian Magnet
preK-6
-- The American Indian Magnet School builds an active community of learners through a focus on core values including respect, gratitude, humility, cooperation and environmental responsibility. Teachers work together to use the best educational methods to help all students achieve and perform at high levels.Ames Elementary
preK-6
-- Ames Elementary is a neighborhood school on the East Side of Saint Paul, located at White Bear Avenue and Ames Place. In addition to its historical building, the grounds include a community garden and a pergola that is used as an environmental learning center. Ames reading, mathematics, science, music and art instruction programs prepare students, PEK through sixth grade, to be independent thinkers who live and contribute to a global society. Cherokee Heights West Side School of Excellence
preK-6
-- Cherokee Heights Elementary enriches each student and embraces the many cultures of St. Paul. Students are nurtured and challenged intellectually, emotionally and physically in our pre-kindergarten through 6th grade program. Teachers work in teams with an emphasis on Writer's Workshop, Reader's Workshop and Everyday Math. These academic programs are based on the Project for Academic Excellence (PAE) model, which focuses on meeting high standards in literacy and math. Teachers also integrate technology throughout the curriculum. Cleveland School - Aerospace Program
5-8
-- Cleveland School provides a small school atmosphere with big school opportunities. Cleveland is part of the Achievement Plus initiative, a public-private partnership that raises student achievement by focusing on three major efforts: academics, extended learning, and learning supports for students and families. Beginning in fall 2008, Cleveland will be home to the district's only junior-high-level aerospace program, a continuation of the popular and successful aerospace program at Farnsworth Elementary. Como Park Elementary
PreK-6
-- Como Park Elementary School meets students where they are and takes them to the next level. With small classes and high expectations, Como Park Elementary challenges students to go beyond the standards. The school focuses on academics designed to develop lifelong learners and critical thinkers -- students ready to face the challenges of the 21st century.Crossroads Montessori Citywide Option
preK-6
-- Crossroads Montessori features an individualized approach to education. Students learn how to become self-directed learners and independent thinkers. Precisely designed Montessori materials help students learn and lead to deeper understandings of concepts in all subject areas. Multi-age classrooms promote collaboration and a family-like atmosphere. Crossroads Science Citywide Option
preK-6
-- Crossroads students are engaged in an “inquiry” approach to learning concepts through hands-on investigations. Students take part in choosing how they best learn content. Across disciplines, students are encouraged to ask questions, build investigations and demonstrate learning to peers. Daytons Bluff Achievement Plus Elementary
preK-6
-- Dayton’s Bluff Achievement Plus Elementary School is an award-winning, diverse, neighborhood school located on Saint Paul’s East Side. The academic program at Dayton’s Bluff is based on the Project for Academic Excellence Design Model, which holds all staff to high standards and expects all students to meet or exceed the academic standards for their grade level.Eastern Heights Elementary
PreK-6
-- Eastern Heights Elementary is located on the East Side of Saint Paul. As we say in our mission statement, “We have high academic and social expectations for students, staff, and families. Together we will become lifelong learners and productive citizens.” Staff members support individual students’ needs by using themes to teach concepts across subject areas.EXPO for Excellence Magnet
preK-6
-- EXPO Magnet School engages students in an active and rigorous curriculum to prepare them for the 21st century. Through language, science, arts, life skills, and community learning projects, we provide each learner with child-centered educational opportunities in a multi-age environment. Farnsworth Aerospace Magnet
preK-8
-- Farnsworth is a NASA Explorer School, and our aerospace focus captures children’s interest in space and aviation to help them learn in all subject areas, including science, math, technology, history, geography and reading. The range of lessons involving aerospace spans all grade levels and student abilities. Four Seasons A+ Elementary- Citywide Option
preK-6
-- Four Seasons A+ Elementary was Saint Paul’s first year-round school. The school’s academic program is based on the A+ Model, in which teachers teach and students learn by using arts-integrated instruction. This approach uses creative, hands-on experiences in music, dance, drama and visual arts to help students connect the arts to other subjects and to allow them to demonstrate what they are learning in multiple ways.Galtier Science and Mathematics Technology Magnet
preK-6
-- At Galtier Magnet School the academic program focuses on developing excellent mathematicians and scientists skilled in using technology as a key learning tool. Students learn critical-thinking skills through hands-on learning activities.Hayden Heights Elementary
preK-6
-- Hayden Heights Elementary School serves students from age four through grade six. Located on the East Side of Saint Paul, the school brings together the best of a neighborhood school and a rigorous academic program that meets the individual needs of each student.Highwood Hills Elementary
preK-6
-- Highwood Hills is a diverse neighborhood school located on Saint Paul’s East Side. Students are required to wear uniforms at this school. Highwood Hills features an extensive literacy center; a faculty trained through the University of Minnesota in the area of reading utilizing Reading Excellence and Reading First grants; and language academy classes for students that need additional language skills.J. J. Hill Montessori Magnet
preK-6
-- J.J. Hill Montessori Magnet currently serves over 450 students using an individualized learning approach in a collaborative environment, in accordance with Maria Montessori's educational philosophy. Students develop creative, critical and higher order thinking skills, and problem-solving strategies. Students learn in non-competitive, multi-grade classrooms using precisely designed Montessori learning materials.Jackson Preparatory Magnet
preK-6
-- Jackson Magnet School prepares students to be critical, creative, constructive and compassionate thinkers. Students from any home in Saint Paul can attend Jackson. The school’s core belief is that children come first.John A. Johnson Achievement Plus Elementary
preK-6
-- Located on the city’s East Side, John A. Johnson Achievement Plus Elementary is part of the Achievement Plus partnership. This partnership focuses on raising student achievement by providing students and families with a standards-based academic program, extended-day instruction and community services in one convenient location.Longfellow Humanities Magnet
preK-6
-- Longfellow is a quality school, with a well-established history of providing a world-class education through the study of humanities. Longfellow teachers use a humanities-based framework that incorporates world cultures and the American experience.Maxfield Magnet School of Academic Excellence
preK-6
-- Maxfield Magnet School is a vibrant learning environment that offers a world of opportunities academically and socially. Located in the Midway/Frogtown area, Maxfield Magnet School serves learners in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. The school offers a unique educational experience which combines best practices in academics with a focus on the urban learner. Monroe School
K-8
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preK-6
-- Students at Nokomis Montessori Magnet, serving the East Side of Saint Paul, learn in multi-age classrooms. The school emphasizes the Montessori method and blends in components of Reader’s Workshop and Writer’s Workshop. Students learn in a non-competitive environment and use special Montessori materials that help them understand concepts and skills.Phalen Lake Elementary
preK-6
-- Phalen Lake Elementary’s rigorous Core Knowledge academic program closely matches the Minnesota Academic Standards and is a school reform model described nationally as gifted education for all. The Core Knowledge program offers multiple ways for students to learn by blending history, geography, science, and the arts.Prosperity Heights Elementary
preK-6
-- Prosperity Heights School is a small, close-knit, culturally diverse neighborhood school of 332 students. We ensure personal attention for every student. Prosperity Heights provides children with a top quality, individualized education in a safe and respectful environment. Most apparent at Prosperity is the focus on maximizing each child's abilities with an array of choices for all types of learners. Randolph Heights Elementary
preK-6
-- Randolph Heights is an official Core Knowledge school with a long tradition of academic excellence and high expectations for student achievement. Strong parent and community involvement begins early with parents of the youngest learners and continues well after their children have finished sixth grade. Wellstone, Paul and Sheila Elementary
pre-K - 6
-- Wellstone Elementary serves 4-year-old through grade 6 students and is located in the heart of Saint Paul on the downtown waterfront. Students benefit from a close connection with the downtown community as well as local museums and arts organizations. At Wellstone Elementary, families have the option of choosing between Spanish Dual Immersion programming for their child or a traditional setting with instruction provided entirely in English. World Cultures Magnet
preK-6
-- The Mission of World Cultures is to prepare children to be confident and productive global citizens. The academic program emphasizes understanding of the world through the integration of culture study and curriculum.
