Serving 244 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gfw 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gfw Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gfw Elementary School's student population of 244 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gfw 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 Gfw Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#381 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
22%
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
76%
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
31%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gfw Elementary School's ranking?
Gfw Elementary School is ranked #381 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Gfw Elementary School?
244 students attend Gfw Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Gfw Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gfw Elementary School?
Gfw Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gfw Elementary School offer ?
Gfw Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gfw Elementary School part of?
Gfw Elementary School is part of Gfw Public Schools School District.
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