Serving 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cannon Falls Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cannon Falls Elementary School's student population of 455 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cannon Falls Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cannon Falls Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#388 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
1%
12%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cannon Falls Elementary School's ranking?
Cannon Falls Elementary School is ranked #388 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Cannon Falls Elementary School often compared to?
Cannon Falls Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goodhue Elementary School, Kenyon-wanamingo Middle School, Kenyon-wanamingo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Cannon Falls Elementary School?
455 students attend Cannon Falls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Cannon Falls Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cannon Falls Elementary School?
Cannon Falls Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cannon Falls Elementary School offer ?
Cannon Falls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cannon Falls Elementary School part of?
Cannon Falls Elementary School is part of Cannon Falls Public School District.
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