Serving 545 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hamilton Ridge 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 63% (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 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hamilton Ridge Elementary School's student population of 545 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hamilton Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Ridge Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#311 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
5%
12%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
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 Hamilton Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Hamilton Ridge Elementary School is ranked #311 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Ridge Elementary School?
545 students attend Hamilton Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Hamilton Ridge Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamilton Ridge Elementary School?
Hamilton Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hamilton Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Hamilton Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hamilton Ridge Elementary School part of?
Hamilton Ridge Elementary School is part of Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools School District.
School Reviews
4 9/15/2023
HRE is a great school with caring teachers and leaders. Our children have all received the support and guidance they needed during these elementary school years, and we are grateful to everyone who has played a part in helping them grow in their confidence and education. Everyone at HRE takes an active part in helping students thrive - the custodian team, the front office team, the KidsCo team - everyone truly invests in the students. Like any school, there are challenges, but we overall have had a positive experience and highly recommend HRE.
3 5/12/2023
We have loved Hamilton Ridge - the teachers and staff have all been great. A new principal started in 2022-23 and we have been really impressed with his leadership - very social and involved and takes time to know the students and families. Like any school, there are challenges. But we feel that overall, HRE is a great place.
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