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With about 38,500 students, Saint Paul Public Schools isMinnesota's second-largest school district. Through highly trained anddeeply dedicated staff, innovative education programs, and the supportof our community, we offer students and families a world ofopportunities.

We are lucky to be located in Saint Paul,Minnesota's capital city and one of the state's most dynamic and caringcommunities. Our location provides students with the opportunity tolearn through partnerships and collaborations, including those with theOffice of the Mayor, the Children's Museum and many other businesses and organizations.

Ourstudent population is diverse. Students hail from countries throughoutthe world, speak more than 70 languages and dialects, and come to thedistrict with an array of educational experiences and skills. Theirexperiences help us create a multicultural educational energy thatsupplements classroom lessons and helps all students and staff developa better understanding of the world in which they live.

Student Demographics (2008-2009)
Student Enrollment

  • Early Childhood Special Education 685
  • Kindergarten 3,185
  • Elementary (1-6) 17,301
  • Secondary (7-12 and Area Learning Centers) 17,298
  • Total Enrollment Reported to State 38,469
  • Early Kindergarten (4-year-old kindergarten) 1,185
  • Enrollment Grand Total  39,654


Saint Paul's students are:

  • Asian American (29.9% or 11,416)
  • African American (29.9% or 11,515)
  • White American (25% or 9,614)
  • Latino/Hispanic American (13.7% or 5,263)
  • American Indian (1.7% or 661)


Percentages are rounded to the nearest tenth

Our district is located in Minnesota's capital city--a diverseurban center that provides students and schools with opportunitiesbeyond the classroom. All of our schools and programs have partnershipswith business, arts and cultural organizations that provide valuableenrichment opportunities.

Number of Schools and Programs: (As of fall 2009)***

  • Elementary Schools (K-6) 44
  • Elementary Schools/middle school (1-8) 1
  • Dual Campus Sites (PreK-8) 4
  • K-12 school 1
  • Junior/Middle Schools  (7-8) 6
  • Senior High Schools (9-12) 6
  • Junior/Senior High Schools (7-12) 1
  • Special Education School 1

Total Schools 64
Other programs/sites (eg. Special Education, Area Learning Centers, administration) 36
TOTAL 97

***This list does not include charter schools in Saint Paul.
**Some school district buildings include more than one program.

Saint Paul also provides the district with a talented pool of education professionals.

Employees

  • 3,395 K- 12 Teachers
  • 201 Principals & Other Administration
  • 1,226 Paraprofessionals
  • 1,233 Support Staff
  • TOTAL EMPLOYEES 6,055


People choose to work in our district because they are committed to helping all students learn to the best of their abilities. By employing a highly skilled, highly dedicated team of professionals, we increase ourstudents' chances of turning educational challenges into opportunities.

Other demographic information:

  • Home Language Other than English 44.5% or 17,106 (More than 103 languages & dialects)
  • Eligible for free & reduced price lunch 69.9% or 25,015
  • Mobility Index *23%
  • Stability Index * 90%
  • Students Receiving Special Education Services 16.9% or 6,505


**The mobility index shows the disruption due to students who enter or leave traditional schools during the school year. The stability index shows the percent of students who were enrolled for the entire year.