Serving 511 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sun Path Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sun Path Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sun Path Elementary School's student population of 511 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sun Path Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sun Path Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#473 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
10%
10%
Black
19%
12%
White
52%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sun Path Elementary School's ranking?
Sun Path Elementary School is ranked #473 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Sun Path Elementary School often compared to?
Sun Path Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Oak Elementary School, Jackson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Sun Path Elementary School?
511 students attend Sun Path Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Sun Path Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sun Path Elementary School?
Sun Path Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sun Path Elementary School offer ?
Sun Path Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sun Path Elementary School part of?
Sun Path Elementary School is part of Shakopee Public School District.
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