Northern Voices vs. Franklin Academy
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School Overview
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Overview
Northern Voices is a nonsectarian special education school in suburban Saint Paul, MN, serving 29 students from preâkindergarten through kindergarten.
Founded in 1999, the school operates with one teacher and maintains a studentâteacher ratio of 29:1.
The student body includes 20% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the small enrollment.
Northern Voices serves early childhood grades PKâK, providing specialized educational programming in a suburban community setting.
Franklin Center delivers innovative, tailored services for those on the autism spectrum or with related neurodiversities. Our integrated model unlocks potential and transforms lives.
Grades Offered
PK-K
1-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
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Yes
Learning Difference Programs
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Yes
Learning Programs Supported
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Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADD/ADHD, Intellectual Disability, Sensory Integration Disorder
Year Founded
1999
2003
Students Body
Total Students
29 students
91 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
18%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
24
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Kindergarten Students
5
6
Grade 1 Students
-
2
Grade 2 Students
-
3
Grade 3 Students
-
2
Grade 4 Students
-
3
Grade 5 Students
-
3
Grade 6 Students
-
4
Grade 7 Students
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9
Grade 8 Students
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10
Grade 9 Students
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17
Grade 10 Students
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11
Grade 11 Students
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8
Grade 12 Students
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13
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
12 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
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70%
Average Class Size
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8
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
8:1
Classroom Dress Code
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Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
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$36,050
% on Financial Aid
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23%
Admissions Director
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Paul Gloudemans
Sports
Total Sports Offered
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6
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
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14
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Chess TeamGraphic Design Club
LEGO Robotics ClubMad Scientist Club
Minecraft ClubSpecial Olympics Flag Football
Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Arts & Crafts ClubChoir Club
Dance Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
KarateSpecial Olympic Poly Hockey
Special Olympics BasketballSpecial Olympics Track & Field