Serving 26 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Minnesota Valley School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minnesota Valley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Minnesota Valley School's student population of 26 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
26 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Minnesota Valley School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minnesota Valley School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1067 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
23%
10%
Black
8%
12%
White
61%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minnesota Valley School's ranking?
Minnesota Valley School is ranked #1067 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Minnesota Valley School?
The graduation rate of Minnesota Valley School is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Minnesota Valley School?
26 students attend Minnesota Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Minnesota Valley School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minnesota Valley School?
Minnesota Valley School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Minnesota Valley School offer ?
Minnesota Valley School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Minnesota Valley School part of?
Minnesota Valley School is part of Mn Valley Education School District.
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