Serving 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Andersen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Andersen Elementary serves the southeast part of Bayport, MN, covering an area of approximately 15.9 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Andersen Elementary School's student population of 327 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Andersen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andersen Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1043 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
85%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andersen Elementary School's ranking?
Andersen Elementary School is ranked #1043 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Andersen Elementary School often compared to?
Andersen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vadnais Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Andersen Elementary School?
327 students attend Andersen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Andersen Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andersen Elementary School?
Andersen Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Andersen Elementary School offer ?
Andersen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Andersen Elementary School part of?
Andersen Elementary School is part of Stillwater Area School District.
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