Serving 556 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jonathan Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher 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 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jonathan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jonathan Elementary School's student population of 556 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jonathan Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jonathan Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#124 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
5%
12%
White
77%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jonathan Elementary School's ranking?
Jonathan Elementary School is ranked #124 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Jonathan Elementary School often compared to?
Jonathan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Victoria Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% 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 Jonathan Elementary School?
556 students attend Jonathan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Jonathan Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jonathan Elementary School?
Jonathan Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jonathan Elementary School offer ?
Jonathan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jonathan Elementary School part of?
Jonathan Elementary School is part of Eastern Carver County Public School District.
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