Serving 551 students in grades 3-5, Byron Intermediate 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 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Byron Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Byron school district, covering approximately 70.8 square miles in Byron, MN. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Byron Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Byron Intermediate School's student population of 551 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
551 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Byron Intermediate School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Byron Intermediate School is 0.26, 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
#23 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
86%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Byron Intermediate School's ranking?
Byron Intermediate School is ranked #23 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Byron Intermediate School often compared to?
Byron Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bear Cave Intermediate School, Bonner Elementary School, Churchill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Byron Intermediate School?
551 students attend Byron Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Byron Intermediate School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Byron Intermediate School?
Byron Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Byron Intermediate School offer ?
Byron Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Byron Intermediate School part of?
Byron Intermediate School is part of Byron Public School District.
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