TESFA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

TESFA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Twin Lakes STEM Academy school district, located in SAINT PAUL, MN with about 161 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 5 teachers, TESFA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 32:1. 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.

TESFA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL is a tuition-free public charter school located in the Midway neighborhood of Saint Paul, Minnesota. Serving students from kindergarten through 8th grade, the school is founded on the principles of the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework. Its mission focuses on cultivating a rigorous academic environment that encourages students to become principled, knowledgeable, and caring global citizens who can contribute positively to their local and international communities.

The school is notable for its commitment to inclusive education and its focus on serving a diverse student population, including a significant number of English language learners. By integrating the IB Primary Years and Middle Years programs, Tesfa emphasizes inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and social-emotional development. Through its emphasis on international-mindedness and high expectations, the school aims to bridge achievement gaps and prepare its students for success in a globalized society.

For more information, contact TESFA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL at (651) 717-4844 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1745 UNIVERSITY AVENUE WEST
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104-8888
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TESFA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL is a public Charter school in SAINT PAUL, MN with about 161 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
Volunteers of America - Minnesota
Total Students:
161
Teachers:
5
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th 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 161 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending TESFA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 84% of the student body.

Black or African American
84.5%
White
14.3%
Two or more races
1.2%

Female
47.2%
Male
52.8%

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.