Serving 190 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Swanville 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Swanville Elementary School's student population of 190 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Swanville 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 Swanville Elementary School is 0.27, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1534 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
85%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 is Swanville Elementary School's ranking?
Swanville Elementary School is ranked #1534 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Swanville Elementary School?
190 students attend Swanville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Swanville Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swanville Elementary School?
Swanville Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Swanville Elementary School offer ?
Swanville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swanville Elementary School part of?
Swanville Elementary School is part of Swanville Public School District.
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