Serving 411 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Bonner Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 60%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Attendance Zone: Bonner Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Stewartville, MN, encompassing approximately 137.3 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.9 miles to the farthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bonner Elementary School's student population of 411 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bonner 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)90-94%
60%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)75-79%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
89%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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 Bonner Elementary School often compared to?
Bonner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Byron Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 60% MN state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% MN state average).
How many students attend Bonner Elementary School?
411 students attend Bonner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Bonner Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bonner Elementary School?
Bonner Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bonner Elementary School offer ?
Bonner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bonner Elementary School part of?
Bonner Elementary School is part of Stewartville Public School District.
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