Laurentian Elementary School serves 483 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laurentian Elementary School's student population of 483 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Laurentian Elementary School is 0.24, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
87%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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
How many students attend Laurentian Elementary School?
483 students attend Laurentian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Laurentian Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurentian Elementary School?
Laurentian Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laurentian Elementary School offer ?
Laurentian Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Laurentian Elementary School part of?
Laurentian Elementary School is part of Rock Ridge School District.
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