Serving 499 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Congdon Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Congdon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Congdon Elementary School's student population of 499 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Congdon Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Congdon Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#53 out of 1734 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
2%
12%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Congdon Elementary School's ranking?
Congdon Elementary School is ranked #53 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Congdon Elementary School often compared to?
Congdon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lester Park Elementary School, North Star Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Congdon Elementary School?
499 students attend Congdon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Congdon Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Congdon Elementary School?
Congdon Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Congdon Elementary School offer ?
Congdon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Congdon Elementary School part of?
Congdon Elementary School is part of Duluth Public School District.
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