Serving 202 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lewiston-altura Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewiston-altura Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lewiston-altura Elementary School's student population of 202 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lewiston-altura Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewiston-altura Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#530 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
3%
12%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewiston-altura Elementary School's ranking?
Lewiston-altura Elementary School is ranked #530 out of 1,734 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Lewiston-altura Elementary School?
202 students attend Lewiston-altura Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lewiston-altura Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewiston-altura Elementary School?
Lewiston-altura Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lewiston-altura Elementary School offer ?
Lewiston-altura Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Lewiston-altura Elementary School part of?
Lewiston-altura Elementary School is part of Lewiston-Altura Public School Dist School District.
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