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Students in West St. Paul are served by school district 197, which assists the community and surrounding areas, including Eagan and Mendota Heights.
Here’s an overview of the schools. Boundaries can change, so always confirm assigned schools for a specific address with the district.
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Schools serving West St. Paul
District 197 mission is to give kids a lifelong passion for learning, provide them with the opportunity to reach their academic potential, and prepare them for their life ahead. District 197 serves 4,600 students, with its many vibrant schools that offer both academic and athletic opportunities.
Garlough Elementary School is one of five elementary schools in district 197. Garlough is a Magnet school that serves kindergarten through 4th grade students. Magnet schools offer the same curriculum as other schools but focus on special themes with the objective to meet the strengths and learning needs of each child. The theme of Garlough Elementary School is environmental studies which emphasizes science, technology, and math. Garlough Elementary school has received both state and national recognition as a top magnet school including being named a National Magnet School of Excellence five times.
Heritage Middle School is an E-STEM Magnet school that serves 5th through 8th grade students. Heritage focuses on Environment, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math by using projects and field experiments to provide students the opportunity to learn in fun and exciting ways. The mission of Heritage Middle School is: A supportive and respectful community that engages all students through problem solving, collaboration, and inquisitive learning. Heritage Elementary seeks to equip students to think critically and succeed in our information- rich world.
More about the schools
Henry Sibley High School is a public high school that serves 9th through 12th grade students in district 197. Henry Sibley High school provides an excellent academic program designed to give students a personalized learning experience while preparing them for college courses. Sibley serves 1,361 students and provides a small enough environment to build meaningful relationships while offering the same rigorous curriculum as other high schools. Sibley offers Advanced Placement opportunities as well as college level courses such as College in the Schools and Post Secondary Enrollment Option designed to give students a jump start on their college courses. Henry Sibley High School provides numerous opportunities for students to be involved with the school including over 50 clubs, sports teams, service activities, and other academic organizations.
There is also an abundance of private schooling options within the city of West St. Paul, including St. Croix Lutheran School. St. Croix is a Christian High School and Middle School in West St. Paul that serves 6th through 12th grade students. The school offers various different courses including English, religion, math, science, business, and many more. Ninety-five percent of students who graduate from St. Croix Lutheran continue their education and attend college. St. Croix Lutheran seeks to prepare their students for college and use their talents to live as an example of Christian service.
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