About SSPPS
Mission
Engage, Educate, Empower!
Vision
Nurturing an inclusive Packer community of lifelong learners
Our Core Values
Our core values are shared through a partnership with the City of South St. Paul. You can learn more about the partnership and the meaning of each on our core values webpage.
Strategic Plan 2025-2030
Packer Performance
Fostering Growth and Achievement
- Focus on Growth: Cultivate an environment that encourages continuous improvement, academic success, and high performance.
- Support Staff Excellence: Empower and support staff as they learn and collaborate to drive student achievement.
- Expand Opportunities: Offer diverse academic and extracurricular experiences that inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and personal growth.
Packer Pride
Celebrating Core Values and Community
- Align Actions with Core Values: Ensure every decision and action reflects our commitment to our community values of Pride, Respect, Resilience, Integrity, Collaboration, and Equity.
- Promote District Strengths: Showcase what makes our district unique and welcoming, attracting students, families, and staff.
- Celebrate and promote hard work and engagement: Recognize and appreciate the dedication of students, families, staff, and community members in fostering a thriving and supportive educational environment.
Packer Promise
Cultivating Inclusive Opportunities for All
- Cultivate a Welcoming Environment: Build a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning community where everyone feels valued and heard.
- Communicate Transparently: Foster trust by delivering clear, consistent, and transparent communication that encourages engagement and strengthens relationships.
- Expand Pathways to Success: Provide diverse opportunities for students to explore their academic and personal goals, unlocking their full potential for success in school, careers, and life.
- Foster Belonging: Strengthen connections through shared experiences that create a sense of pride and belonging within our
schools and community.
2023-24 Student Enrollment Count
| School | Enrollment Count |
|---|---|
| Early Learning (including PreK & ECFE) | 217 |
| Lincoln Center Elementary (K-5) | 593 |
| Kaposia Education Center (K-5) | 549 |
| SSP Middle School | 589 |
| SSP High School | 868 |
| Community Learning Center/Online (10-12) | 101 |
2023-24 Student Enrollment Count
| Demographic | % of Students |
|---|---|
| Students eligible for free/reduced meal | 54% |
| Students in Special Education | 20% |
| English Language Learners | 7% |
Teacher Profile
| Experience | % of Teaching Staff |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | 72% |
| More than 10 years experience | 61% |
| Less than 3 years experience | 11% |
Student Participation
| Participation | Student Count |
|---|---|
|
Students in at least one athletic program (grades 6-12) |
641 |
| Students in at least one activity (grades 6-12) | 142 |
| Students involved in more than one athletic/activity (grades 6-12) | 468 |
| Students involved in at least one affinity group | 60 |
| Student who earned Academic Letter (grades 10-12) 3.7+ GPA for all 3 trimesters in one school year | 53 |