Sun Path Elementary

www.shakopee.k12.mn.us

521 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Sun Path Elementary is a public school located in Shakopee, Minnesota, serving as part of the Shakopee Public Schools district (ISD 720). The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve academic excellence. By emphasizing a well-rounded curriculum, Sun Path aims to develop the foundational skills necessary for student success while promoting social-emotional growth and a sense of community among its diverse student body.

The school places a strong value on collaboration between educators, families, and the wider Shakopee community to create a positive educational experience. With a focus on preparing children for the future, Sun Path Elementary utilizes modern teaching strategies and resources to meet the individual needs of its learners. For families looking for more detailed information regarding school programs, calendars, or district policies, the official Shakopee Public Schools website provides comprehensive updates and contact resources.

521

Total Students

38.5

Full-Time Teachers

13.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

40.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sun Path Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	243
Hispanic	85
Black	99
Asian	44
Two or More	48
American Indian	2

White
243 (46.6%)
Black
99 (19.0%)
Hispanic
85 (16.3%)
Two or More
48 (9.2%)
Asian
44 (8.4%)
American Indian
2 (0.4%)

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:	Shakopee Public School District
Phone:	(952)496-5892
Website:	http://www.shakopee.k12.mn.us
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	521
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	38.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	180
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	29

* 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 76

Grade 1 94

Grade 2 78

Grade 3 91

Grade 4 98

Grade 5 84