Serving 163 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Terrace Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Terrace Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Carlton, MN, covering approximately 112.4 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10-15 minutes and extending up to 15 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Terrace Elementary School's student population of 163 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
163 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
South Terrace 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 Terrace 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
#899 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
8%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
84%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Terrace Elementary School's ranking?
South Terrace Elementary School is ranked #899 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend South Terrace Elementary School?
163 students attend South Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of South Terrace Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Terrace Elementary School?
South Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Terrace Elementary School offer ?
South Terrace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Terrace Elementary School part of?
South Terrace Elementary School is part of Carlton Public School District.
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