Serving 315 students in grades 4-6, Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Plainview-Elgin-Millville 4-6 encompasses the entire school district in Elgin, MN, covering an area of approximately 244.5 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.2 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 16.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6's student population of 315 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
School Rankings
Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6 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 Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6 is 0.24, 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
#311 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
White
87%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6's ranking?
Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6 is ranked #311 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6?
315 students attend Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6 students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6?
Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6 offer ?
Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6 offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6 part of?
Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6 is part of Plainview-Elgin-Millville School District.
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