Serving 158 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Stephen-argyle Central Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stephen-argyle Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Stephen-argyle Central Elementary School's student population of 158 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
158 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
2020
School Calendar
School Motto
Building Knowledge To Serve Others
School Rankings
Stephen-argyle Central Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stephen-argyle Central Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#459 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stephen-argyle Central Elementary School's ranking?
Stephen-argyle Central Elementary School is ranked #459 out of 1,773 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Stephen-argyle Central Elementary School?
158 students attend Stephen-argyle Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Stephen-argyle Central Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stephen-argyle Central Elementary School?
Stephen-argyle Central Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stephen-argyle Central Elementary School offer ?
Stephen-argyle Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stephen-argyle Central Elementary School part of?
Stephen-argyle Central Elementary School is part of Stephen-Argyle Central Schools.
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