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#635 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 32% in state
A.c.g.c. Elementary
Elementary School · A.C.G.C. Public School District
302 S 2ND ST, Atwater, MN 56209
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#635 of 1,992
In district
#2 of 3
A.C.G.C. Public School District
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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A.c.g.c. Elementary
Elementary School in Atwater · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
A.c.g.c. Secondary
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About A.c.g.c. Elementary
A.c.g.c. Elementary is a public elementary school in Atwater, MN, part of A.C.G.C. Public School District.
A.c.g.c. Elementary serves approximately 361 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. A.c.g.c.
Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #635 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for A.c.g.c. Elementary show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
A.c.g.c. Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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A.c.g.c. Elementary — Students at A.c.g.c. Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.
How A.c.g.c. Elementary Compares
See how A.c.g.c. Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
302 S 2ND ST, Atwater, MN 56209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A.c.g.c. Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PRAIRIE WOODS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby New London), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SCHOOL OF ST PHILIP (rated 6.4/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Litchfield), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Lakeland Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Willmar), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Atwater, see our Atwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| A.C.G.C. SECONDARY Grove City | 4.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ACGC ELEMENTARY GRADES 5 AND 6 Grove City | 4.7 mi | 5.2 |
| RIVERVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grove City | 8.2 mi | — |
| Prairie Meadows Learning Center New London | 11.0 mi | — |
| SWWC ELC - Cosmos Cosmos | 13.9 mi | 5.8 |
| WILLMAR SENIOR HIGH Willmar | 11.0 mi | 6.0 |
| NEW LONDON-SPICER MIDDLE New London | 13.7 mi | 8.4 |
| NEW LONDON-SPICER SR. New London | 13.7 mi | 6.8 |
| NEW LONDON ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL New London | 13.7 mi | — |
| PRAIRIE WOODS ELEMENTARY New London | 13.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Prairie Lakes Education Center Willmar | 11.4 mi | — |
| Lake Park School Willmar | 11.4 mi | — |
| DREAM Technical Academy Willmar | 11.6 mi | 6.0 |
| SWWC ELC - Willmar Willmar | 11.7 mi | — |
| Lakeland Elementary School Willmar | 11.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Paynesville Area Secondary School Paynesville | 16.8 mi | 5.8 |
| LAKE RIPLEY ELEMENTARY Litchfield | 12.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Paynesville Area Elementary Paynesville | 17.2 mi | 5.5 |
| SCHOOL OF ST PHILIP Litchfield | 12.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Litchfield Early Childhood Special Litchfield | 12.5 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,661
Median Home Value
$220,400
Median Rent
$931/mo
Population
2,635
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
82.6%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
36.4
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| Hennepin Schools Lower Campus Minneapolis, MN | 6.9 |
| MAGELSSEN ELEMENTARY Fosston, MN | 6.9 |
| MAPLE LAKE ELEMENTARY Maple Lake, MN | 6.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A.c.g.c. Elementary
What grades does A.c.g.c. Elementary serve?
A.c.g.c. Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend A.c.g.c. Elementary?
A.c.g.c. Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 361 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A.c.g.c. Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at A.c.g.c. Elementary is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A.c.g.c. Elementary rank in MN?
A.c.g.c. Elementary ranks #635 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is A.c.g.c. Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
A.c.g.c. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A.c.g.c. Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A.c.g.c. Elementary has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is A.c.g.c. Elementary a charter school?
No, A.c.g.c. Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A.c.g.c. Elementary a Title I school?
No, A.c.g.c. Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A.c.g.c. Elementary?
54.0% of students at A.c.g.c. Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 361
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Kandiyohi County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.1%
- Phone
- (320) 244-4686
Resources & Links
District
A.C.G.C. Public School District- District Enrollment
- 880
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,667
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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