CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY school district, located in SAINT PAUL, MN with about 137 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 7 teachers, CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY School (CMES), located in the Dayton’s Bluff neighborhood of Saint Paul, Minnesota, is a tuition-free public charter school that provides an authentic Montessori education for children in grades 1 through 6. Founded with a mission to foster independence, curiosity, and a sense of community, the school utilizes the Maria Montessori method. This approach emphasizes individualized learning plans, multi-age classrooms, and specialized, hands-on materials that allow students to explore academic subjects at their own pace while developing critical thinking and self-discipline.

Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on social-emotional development and the "prepared environment," which is designed to nurture a child’s natural desire to learn. By integrating the Montessori philosophy with public school standards, Cornerstone aims to create an inclusive atmosphere that supports the holistic growth of every student. The school actively encourages parental involvement and community engagement, striving to build a collaborative partnership between educators and families to ensure that each child reaches their full potential within a supportive and respectful setting.

For more information, contact CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY at (651) 774-5000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.