These are the graduation requirements for all students in Saint Paul Public Schools.
Subject Specific Requirements:
- English: 4 years (20 credits)
- Social Studies: 3.5 years (18 credits)
- Science: 3 years, one year must be Biology (12 credits)
- Mathematics: 3 years, must complete through Algebra 2/Trigonometry (12 credits)
- Fine Arts: 1 year (4 credits)
- Physical Education: .5 year (2 credits)
- Health: .5 year (2 credits)
- FACS/Tech: .5 year (2 credits)
- Electives: 22 credits (any class above and beyond the minimum requirement, like a fourth year of science, counts as elective credits)
- Total Credit Requirement: 86 credits
State Testing Requirements:
Students in the class of 2008 and 2009 must pass the Minnesota Basic Standards testsin Reading, Writing and Mathematics.
Students in the class of 2010 and beyond must pass the MCA/GRAD tests in Reading, Writing and Mathematics.
For more information on state mandated testing see the Minnesota Department of Education website.
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