St. Paul School of Northern Lights

St. Paul School of Northern Lights is an active, independent charter district located at 768 Hamline Ave S in Saint Paul, Minnesota (55116). Situated within the bustling primary community setting of the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington metropolitan area, this open district operates two school sites dedicated to providing tailored learning environments for elementary and middle school students. Designed to guide children through critical early developmental stages without the traditional high school structure, the district offers comprehensive academic programming serving young learners from Kindergarten through 8th grade. Operating as its own local education agency for federal programs, the school provides families in the Twin Cities area with a focused, community-oriented educational choice.

During the 2024–2025 academic year, the district maintains a close-knit learning community with an enrollment of 227 students across its primary and middle grade levels. The student body reflects a diverse mix of backgrounds, including 153 White students, 30 students identifying with two or more races, 24 Hispanic students, 14 Black students, 4 Asian students, and 2 American Indian students, with a demographic split of 136 male and 91 female learners. To foster personalized instruction and comprehensive student wellness, the district is backed by a robust workforce totaling over 115 full-time equivalent staff members. This team includes 53 dedicated classroom teachers, 22 instructional aides, and nearly 40 specialized support staff, ensuring researchers and families alike see a high ratio of educators and support personnel invested in student growth.