Serving 376 students in grades 2-5, Hutchinson Park 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 65% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hutchinson Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hutchinson Park Elementary School's student population of 376 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hutchinson Park 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 Hutchinson Park Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#267 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
2%
12%
White
83%
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
22%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hutchinson Park Elementary School's ranking?
Hutchinson Park Elementary School is ranked #267 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?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hutchinson Park Elementary School?
376 students attend Hutchinson Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hutchinson Park Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hutchinson Park Elementary School?
Hutchinson Park Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hutchinson Park Elementary School offer ?
Hutchinson Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Hutchinson Park Elementary School part of?
Hutchinson Park Elementary School is part of Hutchinson Public School District.
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