Serving 429 students in grades 2-4, North Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 71% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Saint Peter, MN, encompassing approximately 116.7 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 6.5 miles and the furthest edge located 10.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Elementary School's student population of 429 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North 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 North Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#361 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
17%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
73%
60%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Elementary School's ranking?
North Elementary School is ranked #361 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend North Elementary School?
429 students attend North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of North Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Elementary School?
North Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Elementary School offer ?
North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Elementary School part of?
North Elementary School is part of St. Peter Public School District.
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