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Four Seasons Elementary

Elementary School · Saint Paul Public Schools

318 MOORE ST, Saint Paul, MN 55104

Enrollment

246

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

2.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,975 of 1,992

In Saint Paul

#120 of 125

public schools

In district

#67 of 68

Saint Paul Public Schools

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Four Seasons Elementary

2.9/10

Elementary School in Saint Paul · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Four Seasons Elementary

Four Seasons Elementary is a public elementary school in Saint Paul, MN, part of Saint Paul Public Schools. Four Seasons Elementary serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Four Seasons Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,975 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Four Seasons Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.5 pts below district
  • This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.4
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Four Seasons Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

57% of students at Four Seasons Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,634
Chronic Absenteeism56.9%

Four Seasons Elementary — Students at Four Seasons Elementary score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 22.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 27.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.6/10.

How Four Seasons Elementary Compares

See how Four Seasons Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.9/10
1th percentile in MN
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
56.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

318 MOORE ST, Saint Paul, MN 55104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Four Seasons Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GROVELAND PARK ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sejong Academy Lower School (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HGA Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Paul, see our Saint Paul schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Early Education Four Seasons Saint Paul 0.0 mi
JEAN LYLE'S CHILDRENS CENTER Saint Paul 0.4 mi
Sejong Academy Lower School Saint Paul 0.5 mi 6.2
Sejong Academy Upper School Saint Paul 0.5 mi 6.7
RONDO CAMPUS Minneapolis 0.6 mi 6.1
Hidden River Middle School Saint Paul 0.8 mi 5.3
GROVELAND PARK ELEMENTARY Saint Paul 1.1 mi 7.0
MINNESOTA ONLINE HIGH SCHOOL Saint Paul 1.0 mi 7.2
NATIVITY OF OUR LORD SCHOOL Saint Paul 1.3 mi 4.8
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ST. PAUL AT MERRIAM PARK Saint Paul 0.9 mi
AVALON SCHOOL Saint Paul 1.1 mi 7.1
Avalon Middle School Saint Paul 1.1 mi 5.5
LAURA JEFFREY ACADEMY CHARTER Saint Paul 1.1 mi 7.6
HIGHLAND PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Saint Paul 1.1 mi
HAMLINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Paul 1.2 mi 4.7
CHILDREN'S CENTER MONTESSORI INC. Saint Paul 1.2 mi
JENNINGS EXPERIENTIAL HIGH SCHOOL Saint Paul 1.3 mi 6.4
MINNEHAHA ACADEMY - UPPER SCHOOL Minneapolis 1.1 mi 7.6
HGA Elementary Saint Paul 1.2 mi 5.8
ST CATHERINE UNIVERSITY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Saint Paul 1.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,038

Median Home Value

$290,900

Median Rent

$1,159/mo

Population

45,777

College Educated

52.1%

Homeownership

53.9%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

32.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Four Seasons Elementary

What grades does Four Seasons Elementary serve?

Four Seasons Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Four Seasons Elementary?

Four Seasons Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Four Seasons Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Four Seasons Elementary is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Four Seasons Elementary rank in MN?

Four Seasons Elementary ranks #1,975 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Four Seasons Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Four Seasons Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Four Seasons Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Four Seasons Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Four Seasons Elementary a charter school?

No, Four Seasons Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Four Seasons Elementary a Title I school?

No, Four Seasons Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Four Seasons Elementary?

95.9% of students at Four Seasons Elementary 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
78 Very Walkable
Bike Score
94 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Ramsey County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
56.9%

District

Saint Paul Public Schools
District Enrollment
32,145
Schools in District
102
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,634
District Rank
#67 of 68

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