KAPOSIA EDUCATION CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

KAPOSIA EDUCATION CENTER ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the South St. Paul Public School Dist school district, located in SOUTH SAINT PAUL, MN with about 810 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 57 teachers, KAPOSIA EDUCATION CENTER ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Kaposia Education Center, located in South Saint Paul, Minnesota, serves as a specialized elementary school within the South St. Paul Public Schools district. It is uniquely recognized for operating as an **inquiry-based magnet school**, where the curriculum is centered on student-led exploration and hands-on learning. The school emphasizes critical thinking and problem-solving, encouraging students to take an active role in their educational journey by investigating real-world topics and developing a deeper understanding of the world around them.

The school is well-regarded for its tight-knit community atmosphere and its commitment to fostering a supportive environment for diverse learners. By utilizing an inquiry-based model, Kaposia aims to ignite curiosity in its students while meeting rigorous academic standards. Its focus on collaboration and discovery helps prepare elementary-aged children for future success by building both their academic foundation and their capacity for independent, creative thought.

For more information, contact KAPOSIA EDUCATION CENTER ELEMENTARY at (651) 451-9260 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1225 1ST AVE S
SOUTH SAINT PAUL, MN 55075-3253
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KAPOSIA EDUCATION CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in SOUTH SAINT PAUL, MN with about 810 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
810
Teachers:
57.97
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th 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 810 students

White
49.1%
Hispanic/Latino
29.5%
Black or African American
9.9%
Two or more races
9.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.1%
Asian
1.0%

Female
48.5%
Male
51.5%

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.