Serving 613 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bamber Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Math Proficiency: 58%
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50% in MN)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bamber Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bamber Valley Elementary School's student population of 613 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bamber Valley Elementary School is 0.50, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)58%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
69%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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
What schools are Bamber Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Bamber Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Bamber Valley Elementary School?
613 students attend Bamber Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Bamber Valley Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bamber Valley Elementary School?
Bamber Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bamber Valley Elementary School offer ?
Bamber Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bamber Valley Elementary School part of?
Bamber Valley Elementary School is part of Rochester Public School District.
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