Serving 143 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mabel-canton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 5% 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: 143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mabel-Canton Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Mabel, MN, covering approximately 114 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive to the school of 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mabel-canton Elementary School's student population of 143 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
143 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Mabel-canton 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 Mabel-canton Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#418 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.8%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Mabel-canton Elementary School's ranking?
Mabel-canton Elementary School is ranked #418 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Mabel-canton Elementary School often compared to?
Mabel-canton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lanesboro Elementary School, Rushford-peterson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Mabel-canton Elementary School?
143 students attend Mabel-canton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Mabel-canton Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mabel-canton Elementary School?
Mabel-canton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mabel-canton Elementary School offer ?
Mabel-canton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mabel-canton Elementary School part of?
Mabel-canton Elementary School is part of Mabel-Canton Public School District.
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