Armstrong School serves 65 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 33:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Attendance Zone: Armstrong School serves the entire district of Saint James, MN, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 221.9 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 12.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Armstrong School's student population of 65 students has declined by 5% 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
65 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Armstrong School is 0.39, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
74%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
25%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Armstrong School?
65 students attend Armstrong School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Armstrong School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Armstrong School?
Armstrong School has a student ration of 33:1, 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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