Serving 219 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Appleton 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Appleton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Appleton Elementary School's student population of 219 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
219 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Appleton Elementary 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 Appleton Elementary School is 0.60, which is more 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
#1397 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
11%
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
51%
63%
Hawaiian
37%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Appleton Elementary School's ranking?
Appleton Elementary School is ranked #1397 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Appleton Elementary School?
219 students attend Appleton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Appleton Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hawaiian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Appleton Elementary School?
Appleton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Appleton Elementary School offer ?
Appleton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Appleton Elementary School part of?
Appleton Elementary School is part of Lac Qui Parle Valley Schools School District.
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