Sanford Elementary School serves 277 students in grades 1-4.
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 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 72%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30% in MN)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Attendance Zone: The Sanford Education Center's attendance zone covers the entire Montevideo school district, encompassing approximately 186.5 square miles. Families within this area typically drive 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sanford Elementary School's student population of 277 students has grown by 84% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Building Bridges to a Successful Future for all of our Students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sanford Elementary School is 0.51, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)75-79%
72%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
27%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
65%
60%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% MN state average).
How many students attend Sanford Elementary School?
277 students attend Sanford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Sanford Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sanford Elementary School?
Sanford Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sanford Elementary School offer ?
Sanford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sanford Elementary School part of?
Sanford Elementary School is part of Montevideo Public School District.
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