Summary:
The city of South Saint Paul, Minnesota is home to 8 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The schools in this diverse district serve a significant economically disadvantaged student population, with high rates of free and reduced-price lunch eligibility.
Academically, the elementary schools in South Saint Paul tend to outperform the middle and high schools. Kaposia Education Center Elementary and Lincoln Center Elementary stand out as the top-performing schools, with the highest proficiency rates in math, reading, and science across all grades. In contrast, the S St. Paul Community Learning Cntr. alternative high school struggles with significantly lower test scores, graduation rates, and higher dropout rates compared to the other high schools in the district.
Overall, the schools in South Saint Paul face challenges in supporting their economically disadvantaged student population and closing achievement gaps, particularly at the middle and high school levels. While some elementary schools are performing well, there is room for improvement district-wide to raise academic achievement and ensure all students in South St. Paul Public School District have access to a high-quality education.
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