Serving 670 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Delano Elementary School ranks in the top 1% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 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-3
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delano 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
Delano Elementary School's student population of 670 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
670 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Delano Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delano 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
#14 out of 1860 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delano Elementary School's ranking?
Delano Elementary School is ranked #14 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Delano Elementary School often compared to?
Delano Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Delano Elementary School?
670 students attend Delano Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Delano Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Delano Elementary School?
Delano Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Delano Elementary School offer ?
Delano Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Delano Elementary School part of?
Delano Elementary School is part of Delano Public School District.
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