Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bishop Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Math Proficiency: 51%
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50% in MN)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bishop Elementary serves the southwest part of Rochester, MN, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being around 1.5 miles and the furthest edge reaching 3.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bishop Elementary School's student population of 545 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bishop Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)51%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
14%
12%
White
52%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bishop Elementary School often compared to?
Bishop Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elton Hills Elementary School, Folwell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Bishop Elementary School?
545 students attend Bishop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Bishop Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Bishop Elementary School offer ?
Bishop Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bishop Elementary School part of?
Bishop Elementary School is part of Rochester Public School District.
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