Serving 311 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Scandia Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Scandia Elementary serves the eastern part of Scandia, MN, covering an area of approximately 54.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scandia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Scandia Elementary School's student population of 311 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 750% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
311 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scandia Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scandia Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#333 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
87%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scandia Elementary School's ranking?
Scandia Elementary School is ranked #333 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Scandia Elementary School often compared to?
Scandia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Scandia Elementary School?
311 students attend Scandia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Scandia Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scandia Elementary School?
Scandia Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Scandia Elementary School offer ?
Scandia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scandia Elementary School part of?
Scandia Elementary School is part of Forest Lake Public School District.
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