Serving 377 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Vandyke Elementary School ranks in the top 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 55-59% (which is higher 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 14% 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-4
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vandyke Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Coleraine, MN, covering an area of approximately 187.5 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 15-20 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone located 15.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vandyke Elementary School's student population of 377 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Readiness - Respect - Responsibility'
School Rankings
Vandyke Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vandyke Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#645 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vandyke Elementary School's ranking?
Vandyke Elementary School is ranked #645 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Vandyke Elementary School?
377 students attend Vandyke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Vandyke Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vandyke Elementary School?
Vandyke Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vandyke Elementary School offer ?
Vandyke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vandyke Elementary School part of?
Vandyke Elementary School is part of Greenway Public School District.
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