Serving 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Viking Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Viking Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Viking Elementary School's student population of 455 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Viking Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Viking Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#267 out of 1734 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
32%
10%
Black
11%
12%
White
53%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Viking Elementary School's ranking?
Viking Elementary School is ranked #267 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Viking Elementary School often compared to?
Viking Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pelican Rapids Secondary, Rothsay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Viking Elementary School?
455 students attend Viking Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Viking Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Viking Elementary School?
Viking Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Viking Elementary School offer ?
Viking Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Viking Elementary School part of?
Viking Elementary School is part of Pelican Rapids Public Schools School District.
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