Independent School District 622

What Independent School District 622 does

Independent School District 622 (legal name: Independent School District No. 622, North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District) is a Minnesota public school district headquartered at the District Education Center, 2520 East 12th Avenue, North Saint Paul, serving 10,633 students across a 42-square-mile footprint spanning North St. Paul, Maplewood, Oakdale, Lake Elmo, Landfall, Pine Springs, and Woodbury. The district operates seven elementary schools, two middle schools (John Glenn and Skyview), two traditional high schools (North High and Tartan High), one online program (622 Online), early childhood programs (ECFE, ECSE, Pre-K, Preschool at Beaver Lake), and specialized programs (Webster K-12, The Next Step Transition), alongside extensive Community Education offerings including adult basic education (Harmony ABE), senior programs (Gladstone), youth programs (Adventure Connection, FLIGHT, EPIC Adventure), and two district-owned ice arenas (Polar and Tartan). The service portfolio is supported by 1,821 staff members, 88% of whom hold 3+ years of experience and 60% of whom hold advanced degrees.

The district's technology stack consists of commodity education SaaS integrated around Infinite Campus for the student information system, Schoology for secondary learning management, Seesaw for elementary learning, LINQ Connect for nutrition services, My Ride K12 for transportation tracking, Clever for single sign-on, Skyward for finance and operations, BoardBook for school board governance, Finalsite Messages XRE for mass notification, and Google Workspace for Education with Chromebooks as the device standard. District-owned solar arrays at 12+ facilities feed Xcel Energy's grid with real-time monitoring dashboards and qualify for both state grant funding and utility tariff credits.

As a government state entity, ISD 622 generates no commercial revenue. Its funding model is built on three recurring streams: a local Operating Levy (property tax, unchanged for ten years), State of Minnesota per-pupil aid (currently $1,019 per student), and a Capital Projects Levy (approximately $2 million per year for technology and school safety if the November 2025 referendum passes). Capital expenditures are funded separately through voter-approved building bonds, most recently the 2019-2025 Building Bond Program. Community Education programs (adult enrichment, aquatics, driver education, facility rentals) operate as fee-based services. Distribution occurs through boundary-based school assignment with intra-district transfer, non-resident open enrollment, and centralized enrollment via the District Education Center.

Name

Independent School District 622

Legal name

Independent School District No. 622, North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District

Website

https://isd622.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Independent School District 622 is a Minnesota public school district serving 10,633 students across seven Twin Cities communities with seven elementary schools, two middle schools, two high schools, an online school, and community education programs. It is funded by state per-pupil aid, local property tax levies, and federal grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (61111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public K–12 Combined Schools (EDAJAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Public School Districts (K–12) (EDADABAA)

Keywords

• K-12 public education
• Early childhood programs
• Special education services
• Community education
• School district administration

Headquarters

HQ city

North Saint Paul

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Operating Levy: Local property tax levy funding day-to-day operations including staff salaries, curriculum materials, supplies, utility bills, and student transportation. District 622 has not asked for an increase to its operating levy in ten years.
2. Capital Projects Levy: New capital projects levy dedicated to technology systems and school safety (secure entrances, alarms, cameras, digital curriculum, network infrastructure). $2 million per year for 10 years (~$20 million total).
3. State Funding: State per-pupil funding. Currently receives $1,019 per student; Question 1 would increase to $1,965 per student.
4. Minnesota Solar for Schools Grant: Grant funding of $673,770 from State of Minnesota for photovoltaic roof panel installation at Richardson, Justice Page, and Carver elementary schools.
5. Xcel Energy Solar Rewards: Photovoltaic credit tariff program providing credits for solar energy production at Xcel Energy-serviced buildings over three years.
6. Community Education Programs: Fee-based programs including adult enrichment, youth programs, aquatics, driver education, facility rentals generating revenue for community education operations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Independent School District 622 (ISD 622 / North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District) operates a comprehensive public K-12 education system serving approximately 10,633 students across seven elementary schools, two middle schools, two traditional high schools, an online high school, early childhood programs, alternative transition programs, and community education offerings for all ages in the Twin Cities metropolitan area.

Product overview

Independent School District 622 is a public school district serving students in the North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale area of Minnesota's Twin Cities metropolitan region. The district operates a comprehensive educational portfolio consisting of: seven elementary schools (PreK-5), two middle schools (6-8), two traditional high schools (9-12), one online high school program (622 Online), early childhood programs including ECFE, ECSE, and preschool, alternative and transition programs (Webster K-12, The Next Step), and extensive community education offerings including adult basic education, senior programs, youth activities, and aquatics. The district also operates two ice arenas for community use. District technology infrastructure includes student information systems (Infinite Campus), learning management platforms (Schoology for secondary, Seesaw for elementary), meal management (LINQ Connect), transportation tracking (My Ride K12), and communication systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Elementary Schools (Carver, Castle, Cowern, Eagle Point, Justice Alan Page, Richardson, Weaver) Seven elementary schools serving students in Pre-K through grade 5 across the district, with school hours varying by building.
• Middle Schools (John Glenn, Skyview) Two middle schools serving students in grades 6-8 with school hours from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• High Schools (North High School, Tartan High School) Two traditional high schools serving students in grades 9-12, each offering athletics, activities, and college preparation programs.
• 622 Online Online school program serving students in grades 9-12, providing flexible online learning options.
• Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) Parent and child classes for families with children ages birth to 5 years (before kindergarten) to strengthen family relationships and provide developmental resources.
• Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Special education services for eligible children with disabilities from birth through age 22.
• Pre-K and Preschool Programs Early learning programs including Pre-K for age 4 and Preschool for age 3 at Beaver Lake Education Center.
• The Next Step Transition Program Transition program for students with developmental cognitive disabilities providing customized educational and social opportunities.
• Webster K-12 Program Care and treatment program providing educational services for students with specialized needs.
• Community Education Programs Comprehensive community education including youth programs, adult enrichment, senior programs, aquatics, and adult basic education.
• Harmony Adult Basic Education (ABE) Free adult education including English as a Second Language (ESL), GED preparation, citizenship test preparation, and career training.
• Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) College readiness program for secondary students focusing on academic excellence and preparation for post-secondary success.
• Dual Language Immersion Language immersion program offering bilingual education in Spanish at elementary level with secondary world language options.
• Adventure Connection School-age childcare program for students in grades Pre-K through 5 located in district elementary school buildings.
• FLIGHT Program After-school program for middle school students (Future Leaders Inspiring Growth, Honor, and Talent) funded by Minnesota Department of Education After-School Community Learning grant.
• Polar Arena and Tartan Arena Two ice arenas owned and operated by the district, offering free athletic passes for senior citizens.

Quantifiable outcome

• 82% 4-year graduation rate (2023), up from 81% in 2021
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Xcel EnergycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Utility provider offering Photovoltaic Credit Tariff (Solar Rewards) program. District receives credits for solar energy produced at Xcel-serviced buildings. Currently installing solar at multiple district facilities under this program over three years.
• College PossibleminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025College access nonprofit partnership providing support for students pursuing higher education. Students at district high schools can participate in college preparation programming.
• Ramsey CountyminorOthers · 1 January 2025Local government entity. Early voting information provided through Ramsey County for district residents. Partnership for election administration and voter services.
• Washington CountyminorOthers · 1 January 2025Local government entity serving district residents in Senate District 47. Provides early voting locations and election services for Washington County portions of district.
• Local Law Enforcement AgenciescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025District hosts annual joint meetings with police and fire chiefs from North St. Paul, Maplewood, and Oakdale. Local law enforcement participates in lockdown drills, active shooter training, and regular school safety exercises.
• Minnesota Safety CenterminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Provides 'Art of De-Escalation' training along with Homeland Security for district staff, leadership, and office professionals on crisis response and de-escalation techniques.
• Minnesota History CenterminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025State historical institution interviewing Justice Alan Page for an upcoming exhibit about what it means to be a Minnesotan. Justice Alan Page is the namesake of Justice Alan Page Elementary School.
• Hennepin Theatre TrustminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025District has theater programs that have received Hennepin Theatre Trust Spotlight Awards, recognizing excellence in high school theater productions.
• Minnesota Department of EducationcoreOthers · 4 November 2024State education agency administering educational programs and funding. Distributes SUN Bucks (Summer EBT) benefits, oversees state testing, manages education policy compliance. Election results for levy referendum posted on Minnesota Secretary of State's website.
• Minnesota Department of Human ServicescoreOthers · 4 November 2024State agency that partners with MDE to determine eligibility and distribute SUN Bucks benefits to qualifying families. Helps determine qualifications for the summer food support program.
• iDeal EnergiescoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2024Solar energy partner that monitors, operates, and maintains district solar panel systems for an annual fee covered by energy savings. Owns and monitors solar arrays at 12+ district facilities.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Minneapolis Public Schools: Core urban Minnesota K-12 district with a similarly large multilingual learner base, urban-suburban boundary dynamics, and a comparable portfolio of magnet, immersion, and online programs.
• St. Paul Public Schools: Urban Minnesota K-12 district serving a similar diverse, multilingual population; comparable multilingual-learner programs and Community Education footprint.
• Mounds View Public Schools (ISD 621): Adjacent north-metro K-12 district with overlapping boundary communities and a similar mix of schools, activities, and per-pupil funding structure.
• Anoka-Hennepin School District (ISD 11): Largest Minnesota K-12 public school district serving a similar suburban Twin Cities footprint; comparable scale, structure, and reliance on state aid and local levies.
• Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan (ISD 196): Large suburban Twin Cities K-12 public district of similar scale, with overlapping feeder communities and analogous reliance on operating levies and capital bonds.
• Stillwater Area Public Schools (ISD 834): Nearby suburban Twin Cities K-12 district with comparable student demographics, school-choice programs, and per-pupil funding structure under Minnesota's school finance system.
• South Washington County Schools (ISD 833): Adjacent east-metro K-12 public district with similar enrollment size, demographics, and reliance on levy referenda; directly comparable in operating model and community-education offering.
• White Bear Lake Area Schools (ISD 624): Neighboring east-metro K-12 district of comparable size, demographics, and community-education offering; direct competitor for open-enrollment students.
• Osseo Area Schools (ISD 279): Northwest Twin Cities suburban K-12 district with a comparable student body size, multilingual-learner share, and community-education structure.

Others

• Minnesota Department of Education: State-level regulator and funding administrator for all Minnesota public school districts; not a competitor but the primary funder and rule-setter shaping ISD 622's operating environment.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@isd-622
• Facebookfacebook.com/isd622
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/awlgroupt
• Instagraminstagram.com/isd622?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
• Xx.com/isd622

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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