COLLEGE PREPARATORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

COLLEGE PREPARATORY ELEMENTARY is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Rise Academy school district, located in SAINT PAUL, MN with about 339 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 28 teachers, COLLEGE PREPARATORY ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

COLLEGE PREPARATORY ELEMENTARY (CPE) is a tuition-free public charter school located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, serving students from kindergarten through sixth grade. The school distinguishes itself through a rigorous academic curriculum designed to build a strong foundation for future success in middle school, high school, and beyond. Its mission centers on high expectations for student achievement, focusing on core subjects while fostering a disciplined and supportive learning environment that prepares students for the demands of long-term academic excellence.

Beyond its focus on core academics, COLLEGE PREPARATORY ELEMENTARY emphasizes the development of the "whole child" by cultivating essential character traits such as responsibility, respect, and perseverance. The school prides itself on its close-knit community atmosphere, where educators, students, and families work collaboratively to ensure individual student growth. By maintaining small class sizes and a structured culture, CPE aims to close the achievement gap and ensure that all students, regardless of background, are equipped with the critical thinking skills necessary to thrive in an evolving educational landscape.

For more information, contact COLLEGE PREPARATORY ELEMENTARY at (651) 605-2360 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.