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Bishop Elementary School

406 36th Ave Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 536 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bishop Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 536 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : 51%
  • : 54% (Top 50% in MN)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Bishop Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

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School Overview

Bishop Elementary School's student population of 536 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

The diversity score of Bishop Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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)
(21-22)
51%
45%
54%
51%
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
14%
12%
White
52%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Bishop Elementary School often compared to?
Bishop Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elton Hills Elementary School, Folwell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Bishop Elementary School?
536 students attend Bishop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Bishop Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bishop Elementary School?
Bishop Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bishop Elementary School offer ?
Bishop Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bishop Elementary School part of?
Bishop Elementary School is part of Rochester ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 536 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : 51%
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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