SAINT PAUL MUSIC ACADEMY

SAINT PAUL MUSIC ACADEMY 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 632 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 45 teachers, SAINT PAUL MUSIC ACADEMY 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.

SAINT PAUL MUSIC ACADEMY (SPMA) is a unique public elementary school located in the North End neighborhood of Saint Paul, Minnesota. As part of the Saint Paul Public Schools district, the academy distinguishes itself through a specialized curriculum that integrates rigorous academics with a robust music program. The school is designed to provide students with a well-rounded education where music is not just an extracurricular activity, but a central component of the daily learning experience, fostering creativity, discipline, and cognitive development in young learners.

The school serves a diverse student body from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, emphasizing community engagement and the belief that an arts-integrated education empowers students to succeed in all academic areas. In addition to their music-focused programming, SPMA offers various support services and enrichment opportunities aimed at closing achievement gaps and promoting student growth. By utilizing music as a tool to bridge cultural and academic boundaries, SAINT PAUL MUSIC ACADEMY strives to create an inclusive, high-energy environment that encourages students to find their voice and excel both in the classroom and on the stage.

For more information, contact SAINT PAUL MUSIC ACADEMY at (651) 293-8795 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

27 GERANIUM AVE E
SAINT PAUL, MN 55117-5067
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SAINT PAUL MUSIC ACADEMY is a public Title I school in SAINT PAUL, MN with about 632 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
632
Teachers:
45.98
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (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
6th 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 632 students

Asian
60.6%
Black or African American
19.1%
Hispanic/Latino
9.8%
White
5.7%
Two or more races
4.7%

Female
52.1%
Male
47.9%

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.