Serving 176 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Grand Meadow Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Meadow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Grand Meadow Elementary School's student population of 176 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Grand Meadow Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Meadow Elementary School is 0.10, which is less 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
#213 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
95%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Meadow Elementary School's ranking?
Grand Meadow Elementary School is ranked #213 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Grand Meadow Elementary School?
176 students attend Grand Meadow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Grand Meadow Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grand Meadow Elementary School?
Grand Meadow Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grand Meadow Elementary School offer ?
Grand Meadow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Grand Meadow Elementary School part of?
Grand Meadow Elementary School is part of Grand Meadow Public School District.
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