Career Pathways

Career Pathways is a charter high school located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, serving students from sixth through twelfth grade. With an enrollment of just 111 students and a student-teacher ratio of 13.9:1, the school offers a personalized learning environment with eight full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to supporting each student’s educational journey. Career Pathways has a MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and is ranked 40th percentile among Minnesota schools, placing it at number 1210 out of 2,027 schools in the state.

Academically, students perform with room for improvement, with only 27% proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 20% proficient or above in Math. Despite these challenges, Career Pathways focuses on student development and providing tailored educational opportunities that align with career pathways. The school’s setting in a large city offers diverse resources and experiences for its students as they navigate their academic and professional futures.

With an enrollment of 111 students, Career Pathways is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Career Pathways is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.