Serving 101 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nerstrand Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nerstrand Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Nerstrand Charter School's student population of 101 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
101 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nerstrand Charter 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 Nerstrand Charter School is 0.08, 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
#891 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
1%
12%
White
96%
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
22%
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 Nerstrand Charter School's ranking?
Nerstrand Charter School is ranked #891 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Nerstrand Charter School often compared to?
Nerstrand Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Creek Elementary School, Prairie Creek Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Nerstrand Charter School?
101 students attend Nerstrand Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Nerstrand Charter School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nerstrand Charter School?
Nerstrand Charter School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nerstrand Charter School offer ?
Nerstrand Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Nerstrand Charter School part of?
Nerstrand Charter School is part of Nerstrand Charter School District.
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