CROSSROADS SCIENCE PROGRAM

www.spps.org

185 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Crossroads Science, located at 543 Front Ave in Saint Paul, Minnesota, is a specialized elementary school within the Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) district. As its name suggests, the school centers its curriculum around a robust science-based theme, aiming to foster curiosity and critical thinking skills in students from an early age. By integrating scientific inquiry into daily learning, the school encourages children to explore the natural world, engage in hands-on experimentation, and develop a strong foundation in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) principles.

In addition to its focus on science, Crossroads serves as a community hub that emphasizes personalized learning and student engagement. The school works to create an inclusive environment where students can thrive academically while exploring their unique interests. As part of the broader Saint Paul Public Schools system, Crossroads benefits from district resources and a structured academic program designed to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond. Families interested in specific enrollment details, academic calendars, or current school initiatives can find comprehensive information on the district’s official website at [www.spps.org](http://www.spps.org).

185

Total Students

14.8

Full-Time Teachers

12.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

87.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for CROSSROADS SCIENCE PROGRAM
Demographic	Student Count
White	22
Hispanic	21
Black	79
Asian	36
Two or More	25
American Indian	2

Black
79 (42.7 %)
Asian
36 (19.5 %)
Two or More
25 (13.5 %)
White
22 (11.9 %)
Hispanic
21 (11.4 %)
American Indian
2 (1.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Saint Paul Public Schools
Phone:	(651)767-8540
Website:	http://www.spps.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	185
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	14.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	149
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	13

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 30

Grade 1 25

Grade 2 36

Grade 3 37

Grade 4 35

Grade 5 22