Life Prep

LIFE Prep is a charter elementary school located in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, LIFE Prep has an enrollment of 148 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1 with 11 full-time equivalent teachers. The school's MySchoolScout rating is 3.8 out of 10, reflecting its state ranking at #1728 out of 2027 schools in Minnesota, placing it in the 15th percentile.

Academically, LIFE Prep scores a 1.5 out of 10, with only 20% of students proficient or above in both ELA and math. While the academic performance data suggests room for improvement, LIFE Prep is committed to fostering student development through targeted support and innovative teaching methods. The school's location within a large city offers diverse opportunities for learning beyond the classroom.

Whether it’s field trips to nearby cultural institutions or community service projects, LIFE Prep integrates its urban setting into its educational programs. LIFE Prep sits at the heart of Saint Paul, surrounded by a vibrant community that values education and supports its young learners.

With an enrollment of 148 students, Life Prep 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.

Life Prep 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.