Serving 143 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Sherburn 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 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to 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 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sherburn Elementary School's student population of 143 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
143 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sherburn Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)75-79%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)60-64%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
92%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Sherburn Elementary School often compared to?
Sherburn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairmont Elementary School, Southern Plains Education Coop. by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% MN state average).
How many students attend Sherburn Elementary School?
143 students attend Sherburn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Sherburn Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherburn Elementary School?
Sherburn Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sherburn Elementary School offer ?
Sherburn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sherburn Elementary School part of?
Sherburn Elementary School is part of Martin County West School District.
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