Serving 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rushford-peterson 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 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- 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: RUSHFORD-PETERSON ELEMENTARY's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Rushford, MN, encompassing approximately 180.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.1 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rushford-peterson Elementary School's student population of 266 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rushford-peterson 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 Rushford-peterson Elementary School is 0.13, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.9%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rushford-peterson Elementary School's ranking?
Rushford-peterson Elementary School is ranked #645 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Rushford-peterson Elementary School often compared to?
Rushford-peterson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lanesboro Elementary School, Mabel-canton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 Rushford-peterson Elementary School?
266 students attend Rushford-peterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Rushford-peterson Elementary School students are White, 4% 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 Rushford-peterson Elementary School?
Rushford-peterson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rushford-peterson Elementary School offer ?
Rushford-peterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rushford-peterson Elementary School part of?
Rushford-peterson Elementary School is part of Rushford-Peterson School District.
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