Serving 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rtr Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: RTR Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Tyler school district, encompassing approximately 298.3 square miles in and around Tyler, MN. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 17.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rtr Elementary School's student population of 266 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Rankings
Rtr Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rtr Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#645 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rtr Elementary School's ranking?
Rtr Elementary School is ranked #645 out of 1,773 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Rtr Elementary School?
266 students attend Rtr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Rtr Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rtr Elementary School?
Rtr Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rtr Elementary School offer ?
Rtr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rtr Elementary School part of?
Rtr Elementary School is part of Rtr School District.
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