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Footprints Academy (Closed 2024)

9025 Tamarack Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55125
We are an independent elementary school located on 10 spacious acres in Woodbury, MN. Our school was founded in response to demand from parents seeking alternatives to public education.
We emphasize building bright, successful learners who will be ethical and decent people, capable of conquering any obstacle placed before them.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-6
Year Founded
2000
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
139 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
33%
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants and navy blue/white tops

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Apr. 5 / May. 24
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Darlah Krug
Admissions Associate
Darlah Krug

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Cooking ClubFlag Football
Running ClubSoccer Club
Volleyball

School Notes

  • What Makes Us Unique
  • Strong Emphasis on Family
  • Parents have a decision-making role in child's education
  • High expectations for students and staff
  • Consistency in curriculum across grade levels
  • Only quality staff - merit pay
  • A program that promises to enrich each child
  • Excellent communication between school and home
  • Authentic assessment
  • Traditional, classic academics
  • Children learn responsibility and take ownership of successes and challenges
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Footprints Academy cost?
Footprints Academy's tuition is approximately $5,900 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Footprints Academy?
The application deadline for Footprints Academy is Apr. 5 / May. 24.

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