Highland Park Elementary

School Overview
Highland Park Elementary, located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, Minnesota, is a public school serving students within the Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) district. As a community-centered institution, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive primary education that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a supportive learning environment. It is well-regarded for its connection to the surrounding neighborhood, benefiting from an active parent community and a setting that promotes both rigorous instruction and student engagement.

The school’s curriculum is aligned with district standards, offering a balanced approach that integrates core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies with enrichment opportunities. By leveraging the resources of the larger SPPS system, Highland Park Elementary aims to prepare its diverse student body for middle school success while fostering a sense of belonging. Prospective families can find detailed information regarding enrollment, academic programs, and school-wide events through the official district website at [spps.org](http://www.spps.org).
406
Total Students
32.9
Full-Time Teachers
12.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
72.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Highland Park Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White84
Hispanic44
Black200
Asian22
Two or More56
  • Black
    200 (49.3%)
  • White
    84 (20.7%)
  • Two or More
    56 (13.8%)
  • Hispanic
    44 (10.8%)
  • Asian
    22 (5.4%)
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)293-8770
Website: http://www.spps.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 406
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 32.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 274
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 20
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 24
Kindergarten 57
Grade 1 66
Grade 2 60
Grade 3 67
Grade 4 70
Grade 5 62

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Highland Park Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten24
Kindergarten57
Grade 166
Grade 260
Grade 367
Grade 470
Grade 562
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Highland Park Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21252.2%
Male19447.8%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)