Serving 850 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rum River Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 850 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: RUM RIVER ELEMENTARY serves the northern part of Andover, MN, covering an area of approximately 25.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 7.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rum River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rum River Elementary School's student population of 850 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
850 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Rum River Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rum River Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#61 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
80%
60%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rum River Elementary School's ranking?
Rum River Elementary School is ranked #61 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Rum River Elementary School often compared to?
Rum River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andover Elementary School, Crooked Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Rum River Elementary School?
850 students attend Rum River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Rum River Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rum River Elementary School?
Rum River Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rum River Elementary School offer ?
Rum River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rum River Elementary School part of?
Rum River Elementary School is part of Anoka-Hennepin School District.
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