NEW CITY SCHOOL - EAST CAMPUS

NEW CITY SCHOOL - EAST CAMPUS is a public charter elementary school that is part of the NEW CITY SCHOOL school district, located in MINNEAPOLIS, MN with about 138 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 4 teachers, NEW CITY SCHOOL - EAST CAMPUS has a student/teacher ratio of about 34:1. 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.

New City School (East Campus) is a K-8 public charter school located in the Northeast neighborhood of Minneapolis. Founded on the principle of integrating academic rigor with social-emotional development, the school emphasizes a "multiple intelligences" approach. This framework, inspired by the work of Howard Gardner, encourages students to explore and demonstrate their learning through various modalities—such as linguistic, logical-mathematical, spatial, kinesthetic, and interpersonal—allowing them to leverage their individual strengths while building a well-rounded educational foundation.

The school is known for its strong sense of community and its commitment to fostering an inclusive, student-centered environment. By focusing on both character education and project-based learning, New City aims to cultivate critical thinkers who are not only prepared for high school but are also socially responsible citizens. With a mission rooted in equity and engagement, the East Campus provides a close-knit setting that prioritizes individualized instruction and collaborative partnerships between educators, families, and the local community.

For more information, contact NEW CITY SCHOOL - EAST CAMPUS at (612) 623-3309 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.