FARNSWORTH AEROSPACE UPPER

1000 WALSH ST, SAINT PAUL, MN, 55106

About FARNSWORTH AEROSPACE UPPER

Farnsworth Aerospace Upper is a public school in Saint Paul, Minnesota, that serves students in grades 5–8. With 441 students and a student-teacher ratio of 13:1, the school can give each student more individual attention. Farnsworth Aerospace Upper has a STEM-focused curriculum that includes aerospace and engineering ideas in math, science, and technology classes. The school also has extracurricular activities, arts programs, and robotics programs that help kids be creative, work together, and think critically. The student body is made up of people from different cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, which helps make the learning environment more welcoming and supportive. According to U.S. News data, 11% of students were proficient or better in math, and 28% were proficient or better in reading. This shows that there are areas where they can improve as well as areas where they are already strong. Farnsworth Aerospace Upper is a good middle school for families in Saint Paul who want a school that focuses on STEM and students. It has a lot of community involvement and moderate funding per student.

Contact Information

Address

1000 WALSH ST, SAINT PAUL, MN, 55106

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Phone

(651) 293-8880

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 11%
Reading 28%
State average proficiency is 11% in Math and 28% in Reading.
33
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
441
Total Students
$60944
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 189 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at FARNSWORTH AEROSPACE UPPER

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

189

of 192 in Minnesota

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 9:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 7.48%
Asian 56.92%
Hispanic 8.62%
Black 18.82%
Two+ Races 7.71%
Native Am. 0.45%
White
7.48%
Asian
56.92%
Hispanic
8.62%
Black
18.82%
Two+ Races
7.71%
Native Am.
0.45%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 441
46.49%
205 Female
53.51%
236 Male

Student Population

441 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

220 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Farnsworth Aerospace Upper is part of a Saint Paul Public Schools capital improvement project funded through district bonds and long-term facilities maintenance. As of June 2025, the school campus is receiving substantial upgrades, including modernized HVAC systems, electrical and communication systems, security enhancements, and classroom infrastructure improvements. These upgrades aim to improve safety, comfort, and learning conditions for students and staff.

FAQ

Q1. How does Ramay Junior High School let parents know about important dates and events?

Ans. School newsletters, district communication tools, and reminders from teachers let families know about important dates and events so they can plan ahead.

Q2. What kinds of behavior do you expect from students to help make the school a better place?

Ans. Behavior expectations are all about respect and responsibility. Staff members help students make good choices and create a supportive environment.

Q3. How does the school use technology in its daily life?

Ans. Technology integration includes platforms that the district supports that help students do their work, talk to their teachers, and stay organized.

Q4. What does Ramay Junior High do to help students feel good?

Ans. Help for well-being includes counseling services and programs run by staff that help students deal with social, emotional, and academic problems.

Q5. Do students have the chance to join clubs or take part in activities?

Ans. Students can join several clubs or extracurricular activities that are meant to help them develop their interests and connect with others.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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