Mississippi Creative Arts Elementary, a public regional magnet school, teaches pre-kindergarten through fifth grade students with a focus on the visual and performing arts. Students receive visual arts, music, dance and drama education throughout the school day. The arts are integrated into traditional content areas of math, writing, reading and science.
Many of the teachers are working artists, giving students the benefits of their real-life knowledge of the field. The school encourages the practical application of artistic talent, and many students can participate in city performances. Students also have residency opportunities through community partnerships with the Ordway Center, St. Paul Chamber Orchestra, Center for Hmong Arts and Talent and the Children's Theatre Company.
Recognizing the importance of technology in today’s world, the school campus has Smartboards, computer labs and iPads available for student use. After-school and recreational activities are available at the school and at the nearby McDonough Recreation Center. Extended day programs include the Area Learning Center (ALC) program in addition to Big Brothers and Big Sisters, while Discovery Club is also a popular option.
Mississippi Creative Arts Elementary provides young learners with a unique set of opportunities that will help them to grow and develop their talents while they thrive academically with the support of the school's motivated staff.
Mississippi Creative Arts Elementary
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-5
1575 L Orient St,
Saint Paul, MN
St. Paul Public School District
School Details
Head of School
Be Vang
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Math Proficiency
20%
Reading Proficiency
22%
Niche Grade
C
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
20%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
50
Full Time Teachers
50
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
GreatSchools Rating
1
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
64.8%
State Average
31.9%
Science
74.7%
State Average
34%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
539:1
Student Diversity
Female
50.7%
Male
49.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
47.9%
Black
21%
Hispanic
15.5%
White
9.4%
Two or more races
6%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
5/25/2023
Literally AWFUL, could have sued this school but decided not to. Made BIG mistakes and did not take responsibility for their mistakes but instead DENIED it. Absolutely unbelievable! Do not enroll your children into this school!!!
1/7/2014
I used to attend this school about 5 years ago... and It was a really great school. I had the best teachers. I had great communication with them. The great thing about these teacher at Mississippi is they never give up you. They're always offering help.Including when they see their students in not a...
1/21/2013
I cannot pull together words to describe what this school did for my individual development. My sister and I both went there for k-6 and have the fondest memories. Pairing amazing teachers with the encouragement to try grow creatively, I was empowered to become the well rounded person I am today. I...
1/21/2013
I attended this school twenty-something years ago. I do attribute some of my strengths to this school and the teachers I was fortunate enough to have. I had to move schools just before middle school and realized that other children my age had not had such an enriching experience in grade school; a t...
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Mississippi Creative Arts Elementary is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Saint Paul, MN and is served by the St. Paul Public School District in Minnesota. The school has a total enrollment of 527 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 20% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 22% are proficient in reading. Mississippi Creative Arts Elementary has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 1 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $246,239. Discover additional schools in the area, like Rivereast Program, Quora Secondary School, East View Academy, and more. Learn more about what Saint Paul has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Mississippi Creative Arts Elementary.