Serving 139 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Swan River Montessori Charter School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swan River Montessori Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Swan River Montessori Charter School's student population of 139 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Swan River Montessori Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swan River Montessori Charter School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#204 out of 1734 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
2%
12%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swan River Montessori Charter School's ranking?
Swan River Montessori Charter School is ranked #204 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Swan River Montessori Charter School often compared to?
Swan River Montessori Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kaleidoscope Charter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Swan River Montessori Charter School?
139 students attend Swan River Montessori Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Swan River Montessori Charter School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swan River Montessori Charter School?
Swan River Montessori Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Swan River Montessori Charter School offer ?
Swan River Montessori Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Swan River Montessori Charter School part of?
Swan River Montessori Charter School is part of Swan River Montessori Charter Sch School District.
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