Serving 234 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rps Online Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rps Online Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rps Online Elementary School's student population of 234 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rps Online Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rps Online Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#816 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
24%
7%
Hispanic
13%
10%
Black
13%
12%
White
40%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rps Online Elementary School's ranking?
Rps Online Elementary School is ranked #816 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Rps Online Elementary School?
234 students attend Rps Online Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Rps Online Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rps Online Elementary School?
Rps Online Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rps Online Elementary School offer ?
Rps Online Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rps Online Elementary School part of?
Rps Online Elementary School is part of Rochester Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Rps Online Elementary School located?
Rps Online Elementary School is located in the Historic Southwest neighborhood of Rochester, MN. There are 4 other public schools located in Historic Southwest.
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