Cedar Island Elementary School

Cedar Island Elementary School is a public school in Maple Grove, Minnesota, that teaches kids from pre-K (or kindergarten) to grade 5. It is in the Osseo Area School District. There are about 460 to 480 students at the school, and the student-teacher ratio is about 16:1. This means that each student gets the right amount of help in class. Reading, writing, math, science, and social-emotional learning are the main subjects taught at Cedar Island Elementary School. There are also extra classes in music, art, and sports. People learn better in the classroom when they get to know each other better at morning community meetings. The school has a lot of different kinds of students. About 56% are White, 22% are Black or African American, 12% are multiracial, 7% are Hispanic, and a small number are Asian or from other backgrounds. A little less than half of the students can get lunch for free or for a low cost. Based on how well its students do in school, the school is in the top 20% of all Minnesota elementary schools. About 65–69% of students are good at math, and 60–64% are good at reading, which is better than the average for the state. Each student costs about $14,000. The school is in a stable suburban area and is known for having strong academics, a supportive environment, and a focus on developing the whole child. These things make it a good place for students to do well.

Cedar Island Elementary School recently had a big win: their music teacher was named Minnesota's Elementary Music Educator of the Year. The award shows that the school is serious about teaching the arts. Families and staff praised the accomplishment, saying it made the school and the community proud.

Q1: What do Cedar Island Elementary School students do when they're not in school?

Ans. Students can join choirs, art programs, STEM events, and after-school clubs at the school based on what they like.

Q2: Does Cedar Island Elementary School have programs for kids with special needs?

Ans. Yes, the school has special education staff, intervention programs, and individualized learning plans to help each student.

Q3. Can parents help out at school?

Ans. Parents can become involved by joining the PTA, volunteering, going to school events, helping out in the classroom, and doing things in the community.

Q4. What kinds of ways can students get around?

Ans. The district manages the school's bus services for eligible students, providing clear pickup and drop-off points.

Q5. Does the school have programs for students who are intelligent or advanced?

Ans. Yes, Cedar Island Elementary has programs for students who do well in school, activities to help them learn more, and assistance with advanced classes.