Serving 470 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Christa Mcauliffe 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 52% (which is higher than 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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Christa McAuliffe Elementary serves the northwest part of Hastings, MN, encompassing an area of approximately 22 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the outer edge of the attendance zone and up to 5.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School's student population of 470 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe 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 Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is 0.38, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School's ranking?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is ranked #436 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School often compared to?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinecrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School?
470 students attend Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School offer ?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School part of?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is part of Hastings Public School District.
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