Serving 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Knoll Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Knoll Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ortonville, MN, covering approximately 297.4 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.3 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge located 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knoll 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
Knoll Elementary School's student population of 282 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Creating Lifelong Learners
School Rankings
Knoll Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knoll Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#175 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
White
86%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-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 Knoll Elementary School's ranking?
Knoll Elementary School is ranked #175 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Knoll Elementary School?
282 students attend Knoll Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Knoll Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knoll Elementary School?
Knoll Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Knoll Elementary School offer ?
Knoll Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Knoll Elementary School part of?
Knoll Elementary School is part of Ortonville School District.
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