NOVA CLASSICAL ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL

NOVA CLASSICAL ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Nova Classical Academy school district, located in SAINT PAUL, MN with about 468 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 27 teachers, NOVA CLASSICAL ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

NOVA CLASSICAL ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL, located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, is a tuition-free public charter school that provides a rigorous K-12 education rooted in the classical tradition. The lower school focuses on building a strong academic foundation by emphasizing core subjects such as mathematics, science, history, and literature, all delivered through a teacher-led, content-rich curriculum. The school’s pedagogical approach is designed to cultivate intellectual habits and academic discipline, often utilizing the Socratic method and a chronological study of Western civilization to foster critical thinking and lifelong learning.

Beyond its academic focus, Nova Classical Academy emphasizes the development of virtuous character and moral responsibility. The school community promotes a structured and supportive environment where students are encouraged to pursue excellence in their studies and integrity in their personal conduct. By integrating a traditional liberal arts framework with a dedicated focus on character formation, the school aims to prepare its students not only for success in higher education but also for thoughtful and active citizenship in the broader community.

For more information, contact NOVA CLASSICAL ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL at (651) 209-6320 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.