SEJONG ACADEMY OF MINNESOTA

SEJONG ACADEMY OF MINNESOTA is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Sejong Academy of Minnesota school district, located in SAINT PAUL, MN with about 162 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 15 teachers, SEJONG ACADEMY OF MINNESOTA has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

SEJONG ACADEMY OF MINNESOTA, located in the Hamline-Midway neighborhood of Saint Paul, is a public charter school serving students in grades K–12. The school is unique for its commitment to a dual-language immersion model, offering students the opportunity to become proficient in both English and Korean. By integrating rigorous academics with the study of Korean language and culture, the academy aims to foster global citizenship, critical thinking, and a deep appreciation for diverse perspectives among its student body.

Beyond its language-focused curriculum, Sejong Academy emphasizes small class sizes and a supportive, community-centered environment. The school’s mission is centered on the belief that students thrive when they are engaged in a culturally responsive setting that encourages intellectual curiosity. Through its dedication to academic excellence and cultural integration, Sejong Academy strives to prepare its graduates for success in an increasingly interconnected world while maintaining a strong connection to the local Saint Paul community.

For more information, contact SEJONG ACADEMY OF MINNESOTA at (651) 330-6944 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1330 BLAIR AVE N
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104-8888
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SEJONG ACADEMY OF MINNESOTA is a public Title I Charter school in SAINT PAUL, MN with about 162 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
Total Students:
162
Teachers:
15.77
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 162 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SEJONG ACADEMY OF MINNESOTA is predominantly Asian, representing about 90% of the student body.

Asian
89.5%
Black or African American
5.6%
Two or more races
3.1%
White
1.9%

Female
45.7%
Male
54.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.