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#1932 of 1,992 schools in MN

Early Childhood Special Education

School · North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale

1060 STERLING ST N, Maplewood, MN 55119

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MN statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

322

Student-Teacher

24.8:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,932 of 1,992

In Maplewood

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#14 of 15

North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale

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Early Childhood Special Education

3.6/10

School in Maplewood · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Beaver Lake Voluntary Pre-k

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0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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About Early Childhood Special Education

Early Childhood Special Education is a public school in Maplewood, MN, part of North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale. Early Childhood Special Education serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

Early Childhood Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,932 of 1,992 schools in MN.

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.4
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Early Childhood Special Education runs 24.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.3Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on MN state average
College Readiness3.3Needs Improvement45%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.0Needs Improvement30%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio24.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,478

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Early Childhood Special Education Compares

See how Early Childhood Special Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
3th percentile in MN
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Environment
2.0/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers

Location

1060 STERLING ST N, Maplewood, MN 55119

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Early Childhood Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. MOUNDS PARK ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Saint Paul), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRANSFIGURATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Oakdale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Justice Alan Page Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maplewood, see our Maplewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Beaver Lake Voluntary Pre-K Maplewood 0.0 mi
TRANSFIGURATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakdale 0.6 mi 7.3
ACHIEVE LANGUAGE ACADEMY Saint Paul 0.8 mi 4.9
PAIDEA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Oakdale 0.9 mi
HILL MURRAY SCHOOL Saint Paul 1.4 mi 5.6
NOKOMIS MONTESSORI NORTH CAMPUS Saint Paul 1.1 mi 3.8
Justice Alan Page Elementary School Maplewood 1.6 mi 6.7
EASTERN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Saint Paul 1.3 mi 4.3
Early Ed Eastern Heights Saint Paul 1.3 mi
TARTAN SENIOR HIGH Oakdale 1.4 mi 6.4
THE HEIGHTS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Saint Paul 1.5 mi 4.7
Early Education Heights Comm Saint Paul 1.5 mi
MOUNDS PARK ACADEMY Saint Paul 1.8 mi 8.4
HAZEL PARK PREPARATORY ACADEMY Saint Paul 1.5 mi 5.4
Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School Saint Paul 1.5 mi 3.0
L'Etoile du Nord French Immersion Saint Paul 1.6 mi 6.6
COWERN ELEMENTARY North Saint Paul 2.2 mi 5.1
BATTLE CREEK MIDDLE Saint Paul 2.1 mi 4.7
CARVER ELEMENTARY Maplewood 2.3 mi 5.6
Therapeutic Education Collective (T Oakdale 1.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,870

Median Home Value

$262,700

Median Rent

$1,351/mo

Population

44,068

College Educated

32.4%

Homeownership

64%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

34.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Early Childhood Special Education

What grades does Early Childhood Special Education serve?

Early Childhood Special Education serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.

How many students attend Early Childhood Special Education?

Early Childhood Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Special Education?

The student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Special Education is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Early Childhood Special Education rank in MN?

Early Childhood Special Education ranks #1,932 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Early Childhood Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?

Early Childhood Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Early Childhood Special Education a charter school?

No, Early Childhood Special Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Early Childhood Special Education a Title I school?

No, Early Childhood Special Education is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Early Childhood Special Education?

33.9% of students at Early Childhood Special Education qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher Ratio
24.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.9%
Type
special_ed
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ramsey County

District

North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale
District Enrollment
10,633
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,478
District Rank
#14 of 15

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