PARNASSUS PREP SCHOOL-RHETORIC

PARNASSUS PREP SCHOOL-RHETORIC is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Parnassus Preparatory School school district, located in MAPLE GROVE, MN with about 104 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 13 teachers, PARNASSUS PREP SCHOOL-RHETORIC has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

Parnassus Preparatory School’s Rhetoric School (serving grades 9–12) is a classical, tuition-free public charter school located in Maple Grove, Minnesota. The institution is grounded in the classical tradition, which emphasizes the "trivium" model of education—grammar, logic, and rhetoric. The Rhetoric stage is the culmination of this curriculum, focusing on developing students' ability to articulate complex ideas clearly, logically, and persuasively. The academic environment is rigorous, prioritizing a core liberal arts education that includes the study of Great Books, Latin, formal logic, mathematics, and the sciences, all designed to prepare students for success in higher education and informed citizenship.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Parnassus is known for fostering a structured, disciplined environment that encourages character development alongside intellectual growth. The school places a high premium on tradition, academic excellence, and the cultivation of critical thinking skills. By requiring students to engage deeply with foundational Western texts and history, the Rhetoric program aims to produce graduates who are not only knowledgeable but are also effective communicators and independent thinkers capable of navigating and influencing the modern world.

For more information, contact PARNASSUS PREP SCHOOL-RHETORIC at (763) 496-1416 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.