HERITAGE E-STEM MAGNET SCHOOL

HERITAGE E-STEM MAGNET SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan school district, located in WEST SAINT PAUL, MN with about 759 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th 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 47 teachers, HERITAGE E-STEM MAGNET SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

HERITAGE E-STEM MAGNET SCHOOL, located in West Saint Paul, Minnesota, is a specialized K-4 elementary school within the West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan Area Schools (ISD 197). The school is distinguished by its focus on "E-STEM"—an educational framework that integrates **E**nvironmental education with **S**cience, **T**echnology, **E**ngineering, and **M**ath. By leveraging its unique campus, which features outdoor learning spaces, a greenhouse, and proximity to natural habitats, Heritage provides students with hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences that connect classroom curriculum to the natural world.

As a magnet school, Heritage attracts students from across the district who are interested in a curriculum centered on problem-solving, environmental stewardship, and innovative technology. The school’s mission emphasizes fostering a sense of curiosity and academic excellence, encouraging students to act as "citizen scientists." Through partnerships with local organizations and an emphasis on collaborative projects, Heritage aims to prepare its young learners for success in a modern, tech-driven society while instilling a lasting respect for the environment.

For more information, contact HERITAGE E-STEM MAGNET SCHOOL at (651) 403-7401 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.