Serving 643 students in grades Kindergarten-5, East Rapids Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Rapids Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
East Rapids Elementary School's student population of 643 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
643 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Rapids Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Rapids Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#331 out of 1734 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
10%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
1%
12%
White
84%
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
31%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Rapids Elementary School's ranking?
East Rapids Elementary School is ranked #331 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are East Rapids Elementary School often compared to?
East Rapids Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Rapids Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend East Rapids Elementary School?
643 students attend East Rapids Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of East Rapids Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Rapids Elementary School?
East Rapids Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Rapids Elementary School offer ?
East Rapids Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is East Rapids Elementary School part of?
East Rapids Elementary School is part of Grand Rapids Public School District.
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