LINWOOD MONROE ARTS PLUS LOWER

LINWOOD MONROE ARTS PLUS LOWER 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 307 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd 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 20 teachers, LINWOOD MONROE ARTS PLUS LOWER 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.

Linwood Monroe Arts Plus (LMAP) Lower Campus, located in the historic Crocus Hill neighborhood of Saint Paul, is a specialized magnet school within the Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) district. The school is defined by its strong integration of the arts into the core academic curriculum. Students at LMAP benefit from a unique educational model that emphasizes creative expression, performance, and visual arts, encouraging them to develop critical thinking skills through hands-on artistic engagement alongside traditional subjects like literacy, math, and science.

The school is known for fostering a close-knit, community-oriented environment that values inclusivity and academic excellence. By leveraging its "Arts Plus" philosophy, the campus provides students with diverse opportunities to participate in music, dance, theater, and visual arts programs, often collaborating with local artists and organizations. As part of the broader SPPS system, LMAP serves a diverse student body and maintains a focus on preparing young learners for success in middle school and beyond by balancing rigorous academics with a vibrant, culture-rich learning experience.

For more information, contact LINWOOD MONROE ARTS PLUS LOWER at (651) 293-6606 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.