Serving 384 students in grades 1-6, Great River Elementary School ranks in the top 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 32% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Great River Elementary School's student population of 384 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Great River Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great River Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#620 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
2%
12%
White
75%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great River Elementary School's ranking?
Great River Elementary School is ranked #620 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Great River Elementary School often compared to?
Great River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great River School, Jj Hill Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Great River Elementary School?
384 students attend Great River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Great River Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great River Elementary School?
Great River Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great River Elementary School offer ?
Great River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6
What school district is Great River Elementary School part of?
Great River Elementary School is part of Great River School District.
In what neighborhood is Great River Elementary School located?
Great River Elementary School is located in the Como Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 10 other public schools located in Como Park.
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