At a glance
Reported students
492
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
48.3
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
10.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Minnesota elementary enrollment
70th percentile
Compared with 1,010 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
330
Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary: 492 reported students.
State peer staffing position
15th percentile
10.2:1 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
- 474
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Student–teacher ratio
- 10.3:1
What the reported data says about Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary
Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary 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 492 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 70th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 10.2:1, below 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 Hispanic or Latino (45.9%) and Asian (20.7%). English learners represent 58% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.8%. 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 Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary
- 1How do the reported 10.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 48.3 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 1 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
- 58%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.8%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 79.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- 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
- White10.4%
- Hispanic45.9%
- Black17.9%
- Asian20.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial5.1%
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.
Hazel Park Preparatory Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–08
489 reported students
Battle Creek Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
470 reported students
Saint Paul Music Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–06
514 reported students
Farnsworth Aerospace Lower
Elementary · Grades PK–04
466 reported students
St. Anthony Park Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
451 reported students
Randolph Heights Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
448 reported students
Public schools near Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prodeo Academy St. Paul Primary Elementary · Charter · Prodeo Academy | PK–01 | 116 | 0.3 mi |
| Prodeo Academy St. Paul Elementary Elementary · Charter · Prodeo Academy | 02–04 | 133 | 0.3 mi |
| Saint Paul Music Academy Elementary · Saint Paul Public Schools | PK–06 | 514 | 0.6 mi |
| Crossroads Montessori Elementary · Saint Paul Public Schools | PK–05 | 178 | 0.6 mi |
| Crossroads Science Program Elementary · Saint Paul Public Schools | PK–05 | 192 | 0.6 mi |
| MMSA Elementary School Elementary · Charter · Minnesota Math and Science Academy | KG–05 | 243 | 0.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary
What grades does Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary serve?
Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary 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 Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary?
Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary reported 492 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 70th percentile among 1,010 Minnesota elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 474 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 10.2:1, based on 492 students and 48.3 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 Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
79.1% 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 Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary in?
Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary 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 Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Prodeo Academy St. Paul Primary (0.3 mi), Prodeo Academy St. Paul Elementary (0.3 mi), Saint Paul Music Academy (0.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.