BENJAMIN E MAYS MAGNET

BENJAMIN E MAYS MAGNET 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 445 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 32 teachers, BENJAMIN E MAYS MAGNET 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.

Benjamin E. Mays International Baccalaureate (IB) World School is a prominent magnet school located in the Frogtown neighborhood of Saint Paul, Minnesota. As part of the Saint Paul Public Schools district, the institution is dedicated to fostering a global-minded learning environment. It utilizes the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), a rigorous academic framework that emphasizes inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and the development of students as well-rounded, compassionate global citizens.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and cultural inclusivity. By focusing on a holistic curriculum, Benjamin E. Mays encourages students to connect their classroom studies to the real world, promoting community engagement and social responsibility. The school’s magnet status allows it to attract a diverse student body from across the district, providing a collaborative educational space that emphasizes the development of essential life skills alongside traditional core subjects.

For more information, contact BENJAMIN E MAYS MAGNET at (651) 325-2400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.