As Minnesota's first immersion school, Adams is a thriving K-5 elementary school where students receive instruction in Spanish across all subject areas in order that they may become bilingual, bi-literate, and multicultural citizens of the world.

History, culture, and tradition are themes used to connect AIM students to the origins of our American Indian nations. We off er students the chance to join a community of learners that focuses their education on principles like respect, humility, cooperation and environmental responsibility.

Obama Elementary is a district magnet in the Summit-University neighborhood. Not only are we one of the largest elementary schools, we also educate the largest African American population of any elementary school in the district.

The wooded hills, trails and wetlands of Battle Creek Regional Park provide a unique opportunity for the K-6 students of Battle Creek Environmental Magnet to learn
firsthand about Minnesota’s many natural resources.

Opened in 1977, ours is a school that honors Dr. Mays as a leader in educational and communication. As an authorized international Baccalaureate/Primary Years Programme our students develop an international perspective and become productive global citizens through rigorous intercultural and interdisciplinary study.

Bruce F. Vento Elementary School is an exciting and richly diverse school that proudly reflects St. Paul’s Eastside community.

We off er a small-school atmosphere with big school opportunities. Chelsea Heights students benefi t from full-time science, physical education and music specialists; an all grade Science Fair; annual student concerts; and faculty that think creatively—like the science teacher and physical education teacher who teach geometry through archery!

Our school celebrates students—and encourages whole families to pursue their dreams for education. Students produce a live daily news show and create original
studio productions in a fully-equipped technology production studio; take American Red Cross swimming classes in our indoor pool; and benefit from an active tutoring program.

Located near beautiful Como Park, we focus on developing lifelong learners and critical thinkers ready to face the challenges of the 21st century.

Crossroads Montessori is a PreK-5 grade school that features a year-round citywide option operating on a 45-days-on, 15-days-off model. The school features an individualized approach to education and an emphasis on collaborative work.

Crossroads Science is a PreK-5 grade school that features a year-round citywide option operating on a 45-days-on, 15-days-off model. The school utilizes a well-balanced curriculum with science as its central core, engaging students in an “inquiry” approach to learning through hands-on investigations. Students are encouraged to ask questions, design investigations and demonstrate learning.

This award-winning, richly diverse neighborhood school is adjacent to the Dayton’s Bluff Recreation Center on Saint Paul’s East Side. Recognized nationally for increases in school academic achievement, Dayton’s Bluff offers a safe, healthy, and respectful environment that fosters student learning and social development.

We may be the best-kept secret in the district: our small school has a big heart. Respect and love for the students are everywhere evident, in how our teachers teach and how our staff nurture.

Ours is a vibrant school that balances an extraordinary range of resources with an emphasis on the individual needs of every student. Since 1990, EXPO has been a place where students, educators, and parents work together to give students the skills they need to be productive members of a global community.

Innovation begins with problem solving. Our aerospace curriculum engages a child’s imagination. It’s a platform where complex problems are solved with hands-on learning. Each success builds confi dence for the next challenge and with that, our students become leaders. Serves grades PreK-4.

Our academic program is based on the A+ Model: students learn through arts integrated across the curriculum. Our kids link heart, mind and imagination to create a joyous learning experience.

There is a world of learning going on at Frost Lake. We inspire students by integrating technology and enrichment activities into a curriculum that develops strong reading and math skills.

Galtier is located in the historic Midway section of St. Paul and minutes away from the Central Corridor Light Rail Transit. Our aim is to educate a well-rounded child with specialized instruction in math, science and art.

Located in the heart of Macalester/Groveland, ours is a small neighborhood school serving students in grades K-5, known for our high student achievement, quality teaching, and a commitment to all learners.

College begins in kindergarten! -Hamline Elementary School is a full service elementary school that off ers a state of the art computer lab, science lab, literature rich classrooms, library with over 40,000 titles, two gymnasiums and daily after school opportunities at the Hancock recreation center.

The International Mandarin Immersion Program is currently available for Kindergarten-Grade 2 .  A grade level will be added each year.

Placing a high value on differentiated curriculum inspires Hazel Park Preparatory Academy students to challenge themselves to their full potential.

We are a candidate school for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Organization’s Primary Years and Middle Years Programmes: a challenging academic curriculum that encourages students to learn the “whys” and “hows” of becoming global-minded, life-long learners. Students in IB schools build skills that transfer to adult life.

The Heights Community School is located on the East Side of Saint Paul. We are a respectful community of learners dedicated to reaching our highest potential fully engaged and ready to lead in a diverse global society.

Our school was the first in the Midwest to receive the prestigious designation of Primary Years Programme (PYP) by the International Baccalaureate (IB) organization – a designation we have sustained since 2003! For students, this means a rigorous curriculum based in the liberal arts, with a hands-on approach and an international focus.

Located on St. Paul’s East Side, Highwood Hills features a rigorous curriculum grounded in high expectations for all students. Our vision is to empower students to become lifelong learners by broadening the way they learn to realize their potential, recognizing the worth and dignity of every individual, and providing a safe environment where children enjoy learning at a high level.

Horace Mann School is a K-5 elementary school located in Saint Paul’s Highland Park community. It is known for a focus on academic excellence and personal development.

Our students learn to love learning! With help from teachers or “guides,” our students use beautifully-designed and -made learning materials, develop creative and critical thinking skills, and nurture their natural curiosity about the world.

Jackson Preparatory prepares students to be respectful, responsible, and safe learners. The school’s core belief is that children are everyone’s priority. This is accomplished through committed teachers, parent involvement, community partnerships, and the St. Paul Promise Neighborhood Initiative.

Jackson Preparatory prepares students to be respectful, responsible, and safe learners. The school’s core belief is that children are everyone’s priority. This is accomplished through committed teachers, parent involvement, community partnerships, and the St. Paul Promise Neighborhood Initiative.

Jackson Preparatory Magnet - Dual Language (Hmong/English) prepares students to be critical, creative, constructive and compassionate thinkers. The school’s core belief is that children come first.  Serves grades PreK-5.

Our students and their families learn and thrive because Johnson Elementary is more than a school: “Achievement Plus” means school, recreation and community services all take place in one convenient location.

The only French immersion school in St. Paul, we offer a nurturing teaching community where immersion in the French language enhances and infuses the curriculum in a warm and welcoming environment. The Lower Campus serves grades K-1 and the Upper Campus serves grades 2-5.

Offering a truly unique educational experience in the Twin Cities, Linwood Monroe Arts Plus provides an arts-infused curriculum for Pre-K through grade 8 students from across St. Paul.

Opened in 1890, Maxfi eld combines generations of tradition with state-of-the art technology. Parents, community, and staff all work together for the success of children to provide a well-rounded education that engages both the arts and science, an emphasis on the use of technology, and a solid foundation in reading and math.

Mississippi Creative Arts is one of the first and finest creative arts schools in Saint Paul, and is known for its emphasis on the arts combined with a strong academic core. The arts, including drama, dance, music, literary arts, visual and media arts, are blended into the academic program and are firmly established as basic skills for all students.

Serving the east side of Saint Paul, we blend components of both Reader’s and Writer’s workshops, using specially designed materials, to help students understand new ideas and complex concepts.

Serving the east side of Saint Paul, we blend components of both Reader’s and Writer’s workshops, using specially designed materials, to help students understand new ideas and complex concepts.

Ours is a school where every child is embraced as a unique individual and where we develop the voice of every child. Wellstone students are taught to exercise critical thinking skills and to facilitate student-led discussions around content themes.

Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary - Dual Language (Spanish/English) teaches students to exercise critical thinking skills and to facilitate student-led discussions around content themes and social issues. 

Zoo Siab Tos Txais! We are Saint Paul’s first Hmong Studies Magnet, offering all students the unique opportunity to explore the culture, language, history, art, literature and traditions of the Hmong people through in-depth units of study and cultural guest artists.

Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnet Two Way Immersion (Hmong/English) is an official Core Knowledge school committed to serving a diverse student population. Building on the success of our nationally recognized Hmong Culture and Language Enrichment Program, Phalen Lake is the first Hmong Studies Magnet School in the Saint Paul Public Schools district.  Serves grades K-2.

Since 1916, Randolph Heights has been a neighborhood school committed to educating a diverse student population.

Our school off ers a rigorous Dual Language Immersion program that prepares English dominant and Spanish-dominant speakers to be fluent in reading, writing, listening and speaking Spanish and English by the end of Grade 6. School uniforms, an emphasis on respect, and frequent positive reinforcement combine to create a lively and safe learning atmosphere.

Riverview West Side School of Excellence - Dual Language (Spanish/ English) prepares students to be fluent in reading, writing, listening and speaking in academic and social settings by the end of sixth grade.

Music is the common language of our school! All students receive violin instruction in kindergarten, first and second grade; later they can choose to play other instruments or join the choir. General music instruction includes African drumming, keyboards and guitar, and large and small groups perform regularly.

St. Anthony Park Elementary is a neighborhood school that has earned a reputation for excellence among St. Paul Public Schools. An enriched core curriculum provides students with special learning opportunities in science, technology, art, music, and physical education.