Serving 41 students in grades 7-12, La Crescent Sec Montessori/stem ranks in the bottom 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Crescent Sec Montessori/stem ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
La Crescent Sec Montessori/stem's student population of 41 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
41 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
La Crescent Sec Montessori/stem ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Crescent Sec Montessori/stem is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1318 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
98%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Crescent Sec Montessori/stem's ranking?
La Crescent Sec Montessori/stem is ranked #1318 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Crescent Sec Montessori/stem?
The graduation rate of La Crescent Sec Montessori/stem is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend La Crescent Sec Montessori/stem?
41 students attend La Crescent Sec Montessori/stem.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of La Crescent Sec Montessori/stem students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Crescent Sec Montessori/stem?
La Crescent Sec Montessori/stem has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does La Crescent Sec Montessori/stem offer ?
La Crescent Sec Montessori/stem offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Crescent Sec Montessori/stem part of?
La Crescent Sec Montessori/stem is part of La Crescent Montessori & STEM School District.
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