Armstrong School serves 67 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Armstrong School's student population of 67 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
67 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Armstrong School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
34:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
54%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
43%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Armstrong School?
67 students attend Armstrong School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Armstrong School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Armstrong School?
Armstrong School has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Armstrong School offer ?
Armstrong School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Armstrong School part of?
Armstrong School is part of St. James Public School District.
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