Serving 701 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Jordan Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jordan Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Jordan, MN, encompassing approximately 73.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jordan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Jordan Elementary School's student population of 701 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
701 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to excellence in education
School Rankings
Jordan Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jordan Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#501 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jordan Elementary School's ranking?
Jordan Elementary School is ranked #501 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Jordan Elementary School?
701 students attend Jordan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Jordan Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jordan Elementary School?
Jordan Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jordan Elementary School offer ?
Jordan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jordan Elementary School part of?
Jordan Elementary School is part of Jordan Public School District.
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