Serving 98 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nerstrand Charter 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nerstrand Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Nerstrand Charter School's student population of 98 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
98 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Nerstrand Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nerstrand Charter School is 0.13, 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
#891 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
93%
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
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Nerstrand Charter School's ranking?
Nerstrand Charter School is ranked #891 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Nerstrand Charter School often compared to?
Nerstrand Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Creek Elementary School, Prairie Creek Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Nerstrand Charter School?
98 students attend Nerstrand Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Nerstrand Charter School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nerstrand Charter School?
Nerstrand Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nerstrand Charter School offer ?
Nerstrand Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nerstrand Charter School part of?
Nerstrand Charter School is part of Nerstrand Charter School District.
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