Below Average
#1873 of 1,992 schools in MN
Kaposia Education Center Elementary
Elementary School · South St. Paul Public School Dist
1225 1ST AVE S, South Saint Paul, MN 55075
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,873 of 1,992
In South Saint Paul
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
South St. Paul Public School Dist
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Kaposia Education Center Elementary
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About Kaposia Education Center Elementary
Kaposia Education Center Elementary is a public elementary school in South Saint Paul, MN, part of South St. Paul Public School Dist. Kaposia Education Center Elementary serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
Kaposia Education Center Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,873 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for Kaposia Education Center Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Kaposia Education Center 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
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Kaposia Education Center Elementary — Students at Kaposia Education Center Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.3/10.
How Kaposia Education Center Elementary Compares
See how Kaposia Education Center Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1225 1ST AVE S, South Saint Paul, MN 55075
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kaposia Education Center Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEWPORT ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Newport), which scores notably higher. Another option is ATHENEUM ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Inver Grove Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Saint Paul, see our South Saint Paul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Saint Paul | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| IGH EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM Inver Grove Heights | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| HILLTOP ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Discovery Charter Elementary School Inver Grove Heights | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| STEAM Academy Charter School Inver Grove Heights | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL ED PROGRAM South Saint Paul | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| South St. Paul High School South Saint Paul | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| South St. Paul Middle School South Saint Paul | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| 917 Deaf/Hard of Hearing South Saint Paul | 1.9 mi | — |
| LINCOLN CENTER ELEMENTARY South Saint Paul | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| NEWPORT ELEMENTARY Newport | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| SALEM HILLS ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| ATHENEUM ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Early Learning Resource Center West Saint Paul | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| S ST. PAUL COMMUNITY LRNG. CNTR. South Saint Paul | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| SSP Virtual South Saint Paul | 2.5 mi | — |
| SIMLEY ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Inver Grove Heights | 2.7 mi | — |
| SIMLEY SENIOR HIGH Inver Grove Heights | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| 199 Online High School Inver Grove Heights | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| INVER GROVE HEIGHTS MIDDLE Inver Grove Heights | 2.7 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,573
Median Home Value
$267,000
Median Rent
$1,128/mo
Population
20,651
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
37.3
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| WEAVER ELEMENTARY Maplewood, MN | 4.1 |
| Best Academy Minneapolis, MN | 3.9 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Little Falls, MN | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kaposia Education Center Elementary
What grades does Kaposia Education Center Elementary serve?
Kaposia Education Center Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Kaposia Education Center Elementary?
Kaposia Education Center Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kaposia Education Center Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Kaposia Education Center Elementary is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kaposia Education Center Elementary rank in MN?
Kaposia Education Center Elementary ranks #1,873 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Kaposia Education Center Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Kaposia Education Center Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Kaposia Education Center Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kaposia Education Center Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Kaposia Education Center Elementary a charter school?
No, Kaposia Education Center Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kaposia Education Center Elementary a Title I school?
No, Kaposia Education Center Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kaposia Education Center Elementary?
64.2% of students at Kaposia Education Center 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 636
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dakota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.3%
- Phone
- (651) 451-9260
Resources & Links
District
South St. Paul Public School Dist- District Enrollment
- 2,917
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,850
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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