HARAMBEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

HARAMBEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ROSEVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in MAPLEWOOD, MN with about 343 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 21 teachers, HARAMBEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

HARAMBEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Maplewood, Minnesota, is part of the Roseville Area Schools district (ISD 623). The school is distinguished by its focus on arts-integrated learning and its commitment to creating a culturally responsive environment. The name "Harambee," which means "all pull together" in Swahili, reflects the school’s core philosophy of building a strong, inclusive community where students, staff, and families collaborate to support academic success and social-emotional growth.

The school offers a unique educational experience characterized by its thematic approach to instruction, where art, music, and performance are woven into the core curriculum to enhance student engagement and critical thinking. By fostering an inclusive atmosphere that celebrates diversity, Harambee Elementary aims to provide a well-rounded foundation for its students. Through its partnership with the broader Roseville district, the school provides diverse academic opportunities while maintaining a personalized, community-centered culture for its elementary-aged learners.

For more information, contact HARAMBEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (651) 379-2500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.