Serving 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Renville County West Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: RENVILLE COUNTY WEST ELEMENTARY's attendance zone covers the entire district, serving the city of Renville, MN, and encompassing approximately 311.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 10.2 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge located 14.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Renville County West Elementary School's student population of 329 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Renville County West Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Renville County West Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#1132 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Hispanic
40%
12%
White
59%
60%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renville County West Elementary School's ranking?
Renville County West Elementary School is ranked #1132 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Renville County West Elementary School?
329 students attend Renville County West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Renville County West Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Renville County West Elementary School?
Renville County West Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Renville County West Elementary School offer ?
Renville County West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Renville County West Elementary School part of?
Renville County West Elementary School is part of Renville County West Schools.
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