Groveland Park Elementary School

Groveland Park Elementary School is a public neighborhood school in Saint Paul, Minnesota, serving grades Pre-K through 5 within the Saint Paul Public Schools district. Located at 2045 St. Clair Avenue, Groveland Park emphasizes a supportive community that honors, inspires, and challenges every child, every day. With about 395 students and a student-teacher ratio near 13:1, the school offers strong academic foundations in reading, mathematics, science, and social studies. Enrichment opportunities in art, music, and community events are regular features. Staff collaborate closely with families to support students’ social-emotional growth as well as academic success. Groveland Park also runs a Gifted & Talented program and provides Pre-K, service-learning, specialist classrooms, and a rich tradition of parent engagement in a warm, creative learning environment.

According to Niche, about 52% of students are proficient in reading and 57% in mathematics on state assessments.

The school is emphasizing important school safety reminders as students return, including updated protocols and procedures.

Q1: What are the student demographics and enrollment numbers?

A: Groveland Park Elementary has about 395 students across Pre-K through Grade 5. The student-teacher ratio is about 13:1.

Q2: How does Groveland Park perform academically compared to state averages?

A: On state assessments, approximately 52% of students are proficient in reading, and around 57% in math. These rates place the school above many similar elementary schools in Minnesota.

Q3: What specialized programs or enrichment does the school offer?

A: The school offers a Gifted & Talented program, enrichment in the arts and sciences, specialist classroom teachers (music, art etc.), community events, and strong social-emotional learning supports.

Q4: What is the mission and educational philosophy of Groveland Park Elementary?

A: Its mission is to create a supporting community that honors, inspires, and challenges every child, every day. Teachers aim to foster both academic and social-emotional growth in a caring, inclusive environment.

Q5: How is family and community involvement integrated at Groveland Park?

A: There is strong family engagement through parent participation, community events, school communications, and enrichment activities. The school values partnerships with families in supporting student learning and well-being.