SOUTHSIDE FAMILY CHARTER SCHOOL

SOUTHSIDE FAMILY CHARTER SCHOOL is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Southside Family Charter School school district, located in MINNEAPOLIS, MN with about 117 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 10 teachers, SOUTHSIDE FAMILY CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

SOUTHSIDE FAMILY CHARTER SCHOOL (SFCS), located in the Kingfield neighborhood of Minneapolis, is a small, K-8 tuition-free public charter school that emphasizes a community-centered approach to education. Founded on the principles of social justice, the school is known for its focus on inclusivity, democratic participation, and building strong, personal relationships between students, staff, and families. Its curriculum often integrates experiential learning and project-based work, aiming to foster critical thinking and a sense of civic responsibility in a diverse student body.

The school is particularly noted for its intimate, tight-knit environment, which serves to support both the academic and emotional growth of its students. By maintaining smaller class sizes, SFCS creates a personalized learning atmosphere that encourages students to advocate for themselves and participate actively in the governance of their school community. Dedicated to the philosophy that education should reflect the values of a healthy, equitable society, SOUTHSIDE FAMILY CHARTER SCHOOL remains a unique fixture in the Minneapolis educational landscape, prioritizing long-term student development over standardized testing.

For more information, contact SOUTHSIDE FAMILY CHARTER SCHOOL at (612) 872-8322 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.