Serving 482 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, St. Charles Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Charles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
St. Charles Elementary School's student population of 482 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Charles Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Charles Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#448 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
82%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 St. Charles Elementary School's ranking?
St. Charles Elementary School is ranked #448 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are St. Charles Elementary School often compared to?
St. Charles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dover-eyota Elementary School, Chatfield Elementary School, Washington-kosciusko Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend St. Charles Elementary School?
482 students attend St. Charles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of St. Charles Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Charles Elementary School?
St. Charles Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Charles Elementary School offer ?
St. Charles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Charles Elementary School part of?
St. Charles Elementary School is part of St. Charles ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
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