Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rosa Parks Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Roosevelt Parks Elementary School serves the southern part of Mankato, MN, covering an area of approximately 12.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical driving time of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rosa Parks Elementary School's student population of 425 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Rosa Parks 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 Rosa Parks Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#973 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
21%
12%
White
52%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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 Rosa Parks Elementary School's ranking?
Rosa Parks Elementary School is ranked #973 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?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Rosa Parks Elementary School?
425 students attend Rosa Parks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Rosa Parks Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rosa Parks Elementary School?
Rosa Parks Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rosa Parks Elementary School offer ?
Rosa Parks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rosa Parks Elementary School part of?
Rosa Parks Elementary School is part of Mankato Public School District.
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