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8 schools in South Saint Paul

Minnesota · Public K-12

Public K-12 schools in South Saint Paul, Minnesota total 8, collectively serving roughly 2,890 students (an average of about 361 per campus).

7-year change in South Saint Paul

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
2,890
-664 (-19%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
8
+3 (+60%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
45%
was 57%
% Hispanic
33%
was 26%
% Black
9%
was 7%
% Asian
4%
was 2%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
917 Deaf/Hard of HearingCombinedPK-1229
Early Childhood Special Ed ProgramElementaryPK-PK68
Kaposia Education Center ElementaryElementaryPK-05620
Lincoln Center ElementaryElementaryPK-05670
S St. Paul Community Lrng. Cntr.High07-1299
South St. Paul High SchoolHigh09-12866
South St. Paul Middle SchoolMiddle06-08535
SSP VirtualHigh10-123

About South Saint Paul

Across South Saint Paul, Minnesota, 8 public schools educates about 2,890 students between them.

In terms of grade levels, the city consists of 3 elementary, 1 middle, 3 high, and 1 other.

Five-year track record. Total public-school enrollment in South Saint Paul has shrank 19% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 3,554 students to 2,890. South Saint Paul now counts 8 public schools, up from 5 in SY 2017-18. The White share of public-school enrollment declined from 57% to 45%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for South Saint Paul discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in South Saint Paul, Minnesota?
There are 8 public K-12 schools in South Saint Paul, with a combined enrollment of about 2,890.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in South Saint Paul?
South Saint Paul has 3 elementary, 1 middle, 3 high, 1 combined-grade public schools.
What is the largest public school in South Saint Paul?
South St. Paul High School is the largest public school in South Saint Paul by enrollment, with approximately 866 students.
What school districts serve South Saint Paul?
South Saint Paul is served by 2 public school districts, including INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT 917, South St. Paul Public School Dist.
What grade levels do public schools in South Saint Paul cover?
Public schools in South Saint Paul serve students from pre-K through grade 12.