Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Melrose 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 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melrose Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Melrose Elementary School's student population of 471 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Melrose 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 Melrose Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#650 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
34%
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
64%
62%
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
38%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melrose Elementary School's ranking?
Melrose Elementary School is ranked #650 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Melrose Elementary School often compared to?
Melrose Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albany Elementary School, Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Melrose Elementary School?
471 students attend Melrose Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Melrose Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melrose Elementary School?
Melrose Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Melrose Elementary School offer ?
Melrose Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Melrose Elementary School part of?
Melrose Elementary School is part of Melrose Public School District.
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