Serving 102 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nerstrand Charter School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nerstrand Charter School's student population of 102 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
102 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Nerstrand Elementary School will empower students to be self-directed, lifelong learners by providing a nurturing, multi-age environment which fosters cooperation and character development.
School Rankings
Nerstrand Charter 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 Nerstrand Charter School is 0.26, 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
#855 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
12%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Nerstrand Charter School's ranking?
Nerstrand Charter School is ranked #855 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Nerstrand Charter School often compared to?
Nerstrand Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Creek Elementary School, Prairie Creek Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Nerstrand Charter School?
102 students attend Nerstrand Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Nerstrand Charter School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nerstrand Charter School?
Nerstrand Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nerstrand Charter School offer ?
Nerstrand Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nerstrand Charter School part of?
Nerstrand Charter School is part of Nerstrand Charter School District.
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