PARK TERRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Park Terrace Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the SPRING LAKE PARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in SPRING LAKE PARK, MN with about 655 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd 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 48 teachers, Park Terrace Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Park Terrace Elementary, located in Spring Lake Park, Minnesota, serves as a core primary school within the Spring Lake Park School District. As a learning community, the school emphasizes a student-centered approach, focusing on personalized learning strategies designed to meet the diverse academic and social-emotional needs of its students. The school environment is structured to foster collaboration, critical thinking, and a sense of belonging, aiming to prepare children for success both in their immediate academic journey and in their future endeavors.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Park Terrace is recognized for its commitment to inclusive education and community engagement. The school actively works to create a partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding Spring Lake Park community to support holistic student development. By utilizing resources from the broader district, Park Terrace provides various enrichment opportunities and support services, ensuring that each student is encouraged to discover their unique potential within a supportive and forward-thinking educational setting.

For more information, contact Park Terrace Elementary at (763) 600-5600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.