At a glance
Reported students
593
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
45.07
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Minnesota elementary enrollment
83rd percentile
Compared with 1,010 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
330
Frost Lake Elementary School: 593 reported students.
State peer staffing position
49th percentile
13.2:1 reported; state peer median 13.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 440
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45.6
- Student–teacher ratio
- 9.6:1
What the reported data says about Frost Lake Elementary School
Frost Lake Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Saint Paul. It is one of 89 current school records connected to Saint Paul Public Schools. NCES reports 593 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,010 elementary schools in Minnesota with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 389 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 83rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.2:1, close to the Minnesota median of 13.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Asian (50.9%) and Hispanic or Latino (18.2%). English learners represent 54.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 13.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Frost Lake Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 13.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 45.07 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0.8 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 54.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 13.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 84.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0.8
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.4
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White5.6%
- Hispanic18.2%
- Black17%
- Asian50.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial8.1%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Saint Paul Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Adams Magnet Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
605 reported students
American Indian Magnet School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
571 reported students
Mississippi Creative Arts Elem
Elementary · Grades PK–05
570 reported students
Txuj Ci HMong Language & Culture Lo
Elementary · Grades PK–04
638 reported students
Saint Paul Music Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–06
514 reported students
Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
492 reported students
Public schools near Frost Lake Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Heights Community School Elementary · Saint Paul Public Schools | PK–05 | 346 | 0.9 mi |
| Cornerstone Montessori Elementary Elementary · Charter · Cornerstone Montessori Elementary | KG–06 | 132 | 1 mi |
| Weaver Elementary Elementary · North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale | PK–05 | 442 | 1.1 mi |
| Hazel Park Preparatory Academy Elementary · Saint Paul Public Schools | PK–08 | 489 | 1.2 mi |
| Academia Cesar Chavez Elementary Elementary · Charter · Academias La Paz | PK–05 | 336 | 1.4 mi |
| L'Etoile du Nord French Immersion Elementary · Saint Paul Public Schools | PK–05 | 282 | 1.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Frost Lake Elementary School
What grades does Frost Lake Elementary School serve?
Frost Lake Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Saint Paul Public Schools.
How many students attend Frost Lake Elementary School?
Frost Lake Elementary School reported 593 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 83rd percentile among 1,010 Minnesota elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 440 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Frost Lake Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 13.2:1, based on 593 students and 45.07 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Minnesota median for the same school level is 13.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Frost Lake Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Frost Lake Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Saint Paul Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Frost Lake Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
84.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Frost Lake Elementary School in?
Frost Lake Elementary School is part of Saint Paul Public Schools, based in Saint Paul, MN, which operates 89 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Frost Lake Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include The Heights Community School (0.9 mi), Cornerstone Montessori Elementary (1 mi), Weaver Elementary (1.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.