Saint Paul Public Schools Choice Catalog

Galtier Science and Mathematics Technology Magnet
1317 Charles Ave
St Paul, MN  55104
Grades:preK-6
Principal:John Garcia
Hours:9:10 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.
Phone:(651) 293-8710
Fax:651-293-8973
Web Site:http://galtier.spps.org
Science & Tech Showcase:
Thurs., Feb. 21, 2008
5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Kindergarten Orientation:
Thurs., May 1, 2008
5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
The historic Midway section of St. Paul provides the setting for Galtier Magnet Elementary's dynamic learning community with an emphasis on Science, Math, and Technology. Galtier's commitment to excellence has established our school as a hub of educational innovation and community involvement. Galtier's unique location at the midpoint between downtown St. Paul and Minneapolis provides our students with the wealth of resources that only an urban educational experience can offer.

At Galtier Magnet School, the academic program focuses on developing highly literate mathematicians and scientists. Students are skilled in using technology and cross-curricular strategies in a safe, enriching, and collaborative learning environment. Students learn critical thinking skills through hands-on learning activities.

Galtier staff have been empowered by the rich resources and in-depth professional development provided by the Reading First Grant and the Project for Academic Excellence. Research-based Balanced Literacy instruction is expertly delivered by highly trained staff in Readers and Writers Workshops.

Special Features:

  • All primary students, K-3, have the opportunity to bring home a book daily  from Galtier Magnet’s Red Hot Reading Program. This is a basic and very important part of this school’s reading program.

  • The growing volunteer community at Galtier Magnet is organized by a full-time AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer from the Saint Paul mayor’s office as part of  Project Read, Read, Read.

Quick Facts
Enrollment318
Percentage of Students who identify themselves as American Indian01%
Percentage of Students who identify themselves as Asian American09%
Percentage of Students who identify themselves as African American61%
Percentage of Students who identify themselves as Hispanic American13%
Percentage of Students who identify themselves as Caucasian American17%
Percentage of Students in English Language Learning23%
Percentage of Students in Special Education18%
Percentage of Students eligible for Free and Reduced Lunch83%
Percentage of Students Proficient in the 2007 MCA II for Grade 3 reading test75%
Percentage of Students Proficient in the 2007 MCA II for Grade 3 math test61%
Percentage of Students Proficient in the 2007 MCA II for Grade 4 reading test58%
Percentage of Students Proficient in the 2007 MCA II for Grade 4 math test73%
Percentage of Students Proficient in the 2007 MCA II for Grade 5 reading test55%
Percentage of Students Proficient in the 2007 MCA II for Grade 5 math test57%
Percentage of Students Proficient in the 2007 MCA II for Grade 6 reading test45%
Percentage of Students Proficient in the 2007 MCA II for Grade 6 math test39%

Programs & Activities

Magnet and Citywide Option Schools:
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Technology

  • 4-year-old Early Kindergarten:
  • 4 year old Kindergarten Program

  • Kindergarten Options:
  • All-day Kindergarten

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

  • Academic Offerings:
  • Bilingual Staff
  • Gifted and Talented

  • School Features:
  • School Uniforms

  • Other Programs/Specialists:
  • Arts Specialists
  • Physical Education Specialist
  • Science Specialist
  • Technology Specialist