Home > Minnesota > Hennepin County > Minneapolis > Powderhorn

Southside Family Charter School

2123 Clinton Ave So
Minneapolis, MN 55404

View full size Get directions

Tel: (612) 872-8322

www.southsidefamilyschool.org

REQUEST INFO

SAVE SCHOOL

Southside Family School (SFS) is a small urban k-8 program dedicated to academic excellence, innovation in curriculum, and parent and community involvement.

We offer small class sizes that concentrate on individualized instruction and a warm and safe learning environment.

We focus on a social justice curriculum that teaches students to be independently minded citizens who respect themselves and others.

We stress basic skills, encourage creative expression and offer a range of electives.

In an atmosphere free of racism, sexism, classism and homophobia, we honor diverse cultural identities, encourage volunteer participation, use the community as a classroom, develop curriculum, advocate for families, and engage children in issues of social justice, decision-making and problem solving.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 76 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Southside Family Charter School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:

School Overview

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Year Founded

1972

Student Body

Total Students

76 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

61%

State avg.: 23%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

We are a public charter school.

Admissions Director

Tania Montgomery

Source: Verified school update

REQUEST FREE INFORMATION

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Southside Family Charter School often compared to?

Southside Family Charter School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Helena School by visitors of our site.

When is the application deadline for Southside Family Charter School?

The application deadline for Southside Family Charter School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Southside Family Charter School located?

Southside Family Charter School is located in the Powderhorn neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 1 other private schools located in Powderhorn.

School Reviews

Endorse Southside Family Charter School. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Academic or athletic awards

Recent Articles

August 05, 2026

How Private Schools Handle Mid-Year Enrollment Changes and Tuition Refunds

Learn how private schools manage mid-year withdrawals, transfers, tuition refunds, enrollment contracts, and what families should expect financially.

August 05, 2026

Is Paying More Worth It? Mid-Tuition vs. Premium Private Schools

Compare academic outcomes, college admissions, class sizes, and value between mid-tuition and premium private schools to determine whether higher tuition delivers better results.

August 05, 2026

Financial Aid Appeals: When Should You Ask a Private School to Reconsider an Award?

Learn when and how to appeal a private school financial aid award, what documents to provide, and strategies that improve your chances of success.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 76 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Request Information

Email:

Name of parent:

Student first name:

Student last name:

Student date of birth:

Student is:

Male

Female

Currently in grade:

Seeking entry for grade:

Target start date:

Please briefly describe academic, athletic, and extracurricular interests of the student:

Home address:

City:

Country:

State:

Zip: (enter "N/A" if not applicable)

Phone:

Save this data and create your user profile. Create your own user account so you don't have to re-type your user data each time you request information. You'll also be able to track your information requests, get reminded of application dates, and more!

Username:

Password:

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Minneapolis, MN is $12,452 for elementary schools and $19,941 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Minneapolis, MN is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).