Serving 323 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elton Hills Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elton Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Elton Hills Elementary School's student population of 323 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elton Hills Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elton Hills Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1184 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
18%
12%
White
51%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elton Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Elton Hills Elementary School is ranked #1184 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Elton Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Elton Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bishop Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Elton Hills Elementary School?
323 students attend Elton Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Elton Hills Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elton Hills Elementary School?
Elton Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elton Hills Elementary School offer ?
Elton Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Elton Hills Elementary School part of?
Elton Hills Elementary School is part of Rochester Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Elton Hills Elementary School located?
Elton Hills Elementary School is located in the Elton Hills neighborhood of Rochester, MN.
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