Groveland Park Elementary School
6
15 reviews
2045 Saint Clair Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55105
Saint Paul, MN 55105
(651) 293-8760
Community Reviews
Read what parents are saying about Groveland Park Elementary SchoolGreat school all the staff are so welcome and teachers are friendly and have excellent experience.
Posted by a parent on 3/24/2022Committed teachers and involved parents - a strong and vibrant Saint Paul Public School.
Posted by a parent on 2/6/2019We have had kids at Groveland for the past 5 years, and it has been just a wonderful school experience. Groveland has some of the most skilled, caring, and communicative teachers I have ever seen. Every year we end up impressed all over again by our kids' classrooms and their teachers. The PTO is very active and there are fun events all throughout the year - like a movie night, a spring carnival, an Artist and Writer's Fair, ice skating party, to name a few. All these events and just the overall caring and respectful school environment really help foster a strong feeling of belonging and community. Groveland is our neighborhood school and we have so enjoyed getting to know so many neighbors through the school.
Posted by a parent on 1/15/2019Groveland is our community school. And, at first, I did not consider it, because I didn't think it had enough diversity, and to be honest, I felt kind of "blah" about it, but I was wrong. Right before we were to make our decision, we went to a tour of the school, because I thought it would be worth just checking out. I was really impressed with the school. It just felt right. It felt like more of a community where students and parents are valued as partners in their education. The open communication I have had with the school is wonderful, and the PTO is very involved and seeks to make sure all families feel welcome. There are fun activities they plan throughout the year, and I feel like there is such warmth and caring at this school. I am so glad we made the tour before we made up our minds. When we went there, this school just felt right, and our daughter loves it! She tested into Capital Hill, but we decided to keep her at Groveland, because this school really is that good. I'm so happy with her learning academically and emotionally.
Posted by a parent on 1/14/2019We are so happy with our experience with Groveland Park. I think the teachers at this school are amazing!
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Saint Paul schools - Groveland Park Elementary School is located at 2045 Saint Clair Avenue, Saint Paul MN 55105. Groveland Park Elementary School is in the St. Paul Public School District. Groveland Park Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK-5.
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