St. Michael Elementary School

101 Central Ave W
Saint Michael, MN 55376
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 591 students in grades 1-4, St. Michael Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 1-4
  • Enrollment: 591 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 10% in MN
  • : 79% (Top 5%)
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

St. Michael Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

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School Overview

St. Michael Elementary School's student population of 591 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Motto
Excellence is our tradition

School Rankings

St. Michael Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Michael Elementary School is 0.40, 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.
This School
State Level (MN)
#89 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
79%
46%
68%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
9%
12%
White
77%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.40
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Michael Elementary School's ranking?
St. Michael Elementary School is ranked #89 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are St. Michael Elementary School often compared to?
St. Michael Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Big Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend St. Michael Elementary School?
591 students attend St. Michael Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of St. Michael Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Michael Elementary School?
St. Michael Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Michael Elementary School offer ?
St. Michael Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Michael Elementary School part of?
St. Michael Elementary School is part of St. Michael-Albertville Schools.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 1-4
  • Enrollment: 591 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 79% (Top 5%)
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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