Serving 383 students in grades 2-4, North Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 2-4
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Elementary School's student population of 383 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#353 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
21%
11%
Black
7%
12%
White
66%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Elementary School's ranking?
North Elementary School is ranked #353 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend North Elementary School?
383 students attend North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of North Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Elementary School?
North Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Elementary School offer ?
North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is North Elementary School part of?
North Elementary School is part of St. Peter Public School District.
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