Serving 122 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lancaster Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 122 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lancaster Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Lancaster school district, covering approximately 323.1 square miles around Lancaster, MN. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 20.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lancaster Elementary School's student population of 122 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
122 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lancaster Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lancaster Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#753 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.6%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lancaster Elementary School's ranking?
Lancaster Elementary School is ranked #753 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Lancaster Elementary School?
122 students attend Lancaster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lancaster Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lancaster Elementary School?
Lancaster Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lancaster Elementary School offer ?
Lancaster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lancaster Elementary School part of?
Lancaster Elementary School is part of Lancaster Public School District.
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