Serving 265 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Breckenridge 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 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Breckenridge Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Breckenridge, MN, encompassing approximately 341.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 26.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Breckenridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Breckenridge Elementary School's student population of 265 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
Breckenridge Public Schools, home of the Cowboys and Cowgirls.
School Rankings
Breckenridge Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Breckenridge Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#436 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
71%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cowboys And Cowgirls
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Breckenridge Elementary School's ranking?
Breckenridge Elementary School is ranked #436 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Breckenridge Elementary School?
265 students attend Breckenridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Breckenridge Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Breckenridge Elementary School?
Breckenridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Breckenridge Elementary School offer ?
Breckenridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Breckenridge Elementary School part of?
Breckenridge Elementary School is part of Breckenridge Public School District.
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