Serving 644 students in grades 3-5, Becker Intermediate Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Becker Intermediate Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Becker, MN, covering approximately 110.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.8 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 11.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Becker Intermediate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Becker Intermediate Elementary School's student population of 644 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
644 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Developing self-directed learners to thrive in a changing global community.
School Rankings
Becker Intermediate Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Becker Intermediate Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#263 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Becker Intermediate Elementary School's ranking?
Becker Intermediate Elementary School is ranked #263 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Becker Intermediate Elementary School often compared to?
Becker Intermediate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zimmerman Elementary School, Independence Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Becker Intermediate Elementary School?
644 students attend Becker Intermediate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Becker Intermediate Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Becker Intermediate Elementary School?
Becker Intermediate Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Becker Intermediate Elementary School offer ?
Becker Intermediate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Becker Intermediate Elementary School part of?
Becker Intermediate Elementary School is part of Becker Public School District.
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