Serving 194 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rothsay Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rothsay Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Rothsay school district, covering approximately 174.5 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rothsay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rothsay Elementary School's student population of 194 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rothsay 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 Rothsay Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#354 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
96%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rothsay Elementary School's ranking?
Rothsay Elementary School is ranked #354 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Rothsay Elementary School often compared to?
Rothsay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Viking Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Rothsay Elementary School?
194 students attend Rothsay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Rothsay Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rothsay Elementary School?
Rothsay Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rothsay Elementary School offer ?
Rothsay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rothsay Elementary School part of?
Rothsay Elementary School is part of Rothsay Public School District.
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