Serving 383 students in grades 1-6, Great River Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Great River Elementary School's student population of 383 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Great River Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great River Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#795 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
3%
12%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great River Elementary School's ranking?
Great River Elementary School is ranked #795 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Great River Elementary School often compared to?
Great River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great River School, Jj Hill Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Great River Elementary School?
383 students attend Great River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Great River Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great River Elementary School?
Great River Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great River Elementary School offer ?
Great River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6
What school district is Great River Elementary School part of?
Great River Elementary School is part of Great River School District.
In what neighborhood is Great River Elementary School located?
Great River Elementary School is located in the Como Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 10 other public schools located in Como Park.
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