Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, St. Charles Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 54% (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 15% 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-6
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Charles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
St. Charles Elementary School's student population of 508 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St. Charles Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Charles Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#465 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
85%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Charles Elementary School's ranking?
St. Charles Elementary School is ranked #465 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are St. Charles Elementary School often compared to?
St. Charles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dover-eyota Elementary School, Chatfield Elementary School, Washington-kosciusko 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 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend St. Charles Elementary School?
508 students attend St. Charles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of St. Charles Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Charles Elementary School?
St. Charles Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Charles Elementary School offer ?
St. Charles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is St. Charles Elementary School part of?
St. Charles Elementary School is part of St. Charles Public School District.
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