Serving 254 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rushford-peterson 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rushford-peterson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rushford-peterson Elementary School's student population of 254 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rushford-peterson 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 Rushford-peterson Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#599 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
91%
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
32%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rushford-peterson Elementary School's ranking?
Rushford-peterson Elementary School is ranked #599 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Rushford-peterson Elementary School often compared to?
Rushford-peterson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lanesboro Elementary School, Mabel-canton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Rushford-peterson Elementary School?
254 students attend Rushford-peterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Rushford-peterson Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rushford-peterson Elementary School?
Rushford-peterson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rushford-peterson Elementary School offer ?
Rushford-peterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rushford-peterson Elementary School part of?
Rushford-peterson Elementary School is part of Rushford-Peterson School District.
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