Serving 303 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South Ridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower 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 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Ridge Elementary serves the southern part of Saginaw, MN, covering an extensive area of approximately 857.2 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive to the school that ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 30.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Ridge Elementary School's student population of 303 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Ridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Ridge Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#1043 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
84%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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 South Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
South Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1043 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are South Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
South Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hermantown Elementary School, Lowell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 South Ridge Elementary School?
303 students attend South Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of South Ridge Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Ridge Elementary School?
South Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Ridge Elementary School offer ?
South Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Ridge Elementary School part of?
South Ridge Elementary School is part of St. Louis County School District.
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