Serving 588 students in grades 1-4, St. Michael Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 78% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Michael Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
St. Michael Elementary School's student population of 588 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St. Michael Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Michael Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#87 out of 1860 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
6%
12%
White
79%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Michael Elementary School's ranking?
St. Michael Elementary School is ranked #87 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are St. Michael Elementary School often compared to?
St. Michael Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Big Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend St. Michael Elementary School?
588 students attend St. Michael Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of St. Michael Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Michael Elementary School?
St. Michael Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Michael Elementary School offer ?
St. Michael Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4
What school district is St. Michael Elementary School part of?
St. Michael Elementary School is part of St. Michael-Albertville Schools School District.
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