Serving 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Halverson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher 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 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Halverson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Halverson Elementary School's student population of 389 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Halverson 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 Halverson Elementary School is 0.63, which is more 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
#877 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
33%
11%
Black
3%
12%
White
50%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Halverson Elementary School's ranking?
Halverson Elementary School is ranked #877 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Halverson Elementary School often compared to?
Halverson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sibley Elementary School, Lakeview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Halverson Elementary School?
389 students attend Halverson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Halverson Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Halverson Elementary School?
Halverson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Halverson Elementary School offer ?
Halverson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Halverson Elementary School part of?
Halverson Elementary School is part of Albert Lea Public School District.
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