Serving 536 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Otsego Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 68% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Otsego Elementary serves the southwest part of Elk River, MN, covering an area of approximately 17.2 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Otsego Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Otsego Elementary School's student population of 536 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Otsego Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Otsego Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#189 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
76%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Otsego Elementary School's ranking?
Otsego Elementary School is ranked #189 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Otsego Elementary School often compared to?
Otsego Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edinbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Otsego Elementary School?
536 students attend Otsego Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Otsego Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Otsego Elementary School?
Otsego Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Otsego Elementary School offer ?
Otsego Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Otsego Elementary School part of?
Otsego Elementary School is part of Elk River Public School District.
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