NOKOMIS MONTESSORI NORTH CAMPUS

NOKOMIS MONTESSORI NORTH CAMPUS is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Saint Paul Public Schools school district, located in SAINT PAUL, MN with about 349 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 23 teachers, NOKOMIS MONTESSORI NORTH CAMPUS has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

NOKOMIS MONTESSORI NORTH CAMPUS, located on Ruth Street in Saint Paul, Minnesota, is a public magnet school within the Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) district that serves students from prekindergarten through grade 5. The school is dedicated to the Montessori philosophy, which emphasizes child-led learning, hands-on exploration, and the development of independence within mixed-age classrooms. By fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional growth, the school aims to cultivate a lifelong love of learning in a supportive, community-oriented setting.

As part of the SPPS Montessori pathway, Nokomis North focuses on personalized education where students progress at their own pace using specialized Montessori materials. The curriculum is designed to help children develop critical thinking skills, self-discipline, and a sense of responsibility toward their peers and the environment. Because it is a magnet school, it draws families from across the district who are seeking an alternative educational model that prioritizes individual development and holistic child growth in a public school context.

For more information, contact NOKOMIS MONTESSORI NORTH CAMPUS at (651) 744-7440 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.