Excellent
#50 of 1,986 schools in MN
Top 3% 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
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota elementary schools
#48 of 962
In district
#1 of 3
A.C.G.C. Public School District
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About A.c.g.c. Elementary
A.c.g.c. Elementary is a public elementary school in Atwater, MN, part of the A.C.G.C. Public School District.
The school serves approximately 361 students in grades Pre-K – 4th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 97.5th percentile among MN schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 57% proficiency in math and 44% in reading/language arts.
The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $83,661, where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
Located in a rural area, A.c.g.c. Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
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 6 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: 9.4/10.
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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 52% (2019) to 62% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 47% (2019) to 42% (2022).
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. Lakeland Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Willmar), with a comparable rating. Another option is PRAIRIE WOODS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby New London), a more accessible option. Additionally, LAKE RIPLEY ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Litchfield), a more accessible option. 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 | 5.0 |
| ACGC ELEMENTARY GRADES 5 AND 6 Grove City | 4.7 mi | 4.9 |
| RIVERVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grove City | 8.2 mi | — |
| Prairie Meadows Learning Center New London | 11.0 mi | — |
| SWWC ELC - Cosmos Cosmos | 13.9 mi | 7.4 |
| WILLMAR SENIOR HIGH Willmar | 11.0 mi | 5.2 |
| NEW LONDON-SPICER MIDDLE New London | 13.7 mi | 7.3 |
| NEW LONDON-SPICER SR. New London | 13.7 mi | 5.2 |
| NEW LONDON ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL New London | 13.7 mi | — |
| PRAIRIE WOODS ELEMENTARY New London | 13.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Prairie Lakes Education Center Willmar | 11.4 mi | — |
| Lake Park School Willmar | 11.4 mi | — |
| DREAM Technical Academy Willmar | 11.6 mi | 5.5 |
| SWWC ELC - Willmar Willmar | 11.7 mi | — |
| Lakeland Elementary School Willmar | 11.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Paynesville Area Secondary School Paynesville | 16.8 mi | 4.3 |
| LAKE RIPLEY ELEMENTARY Litchfield | 12.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Paynesville Area Elementary Paynesville | 17.2 mi | 4.6 |
| SCHOOL OF ST PHILIP Litchfield | 12.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Litchfield Early Childhood Special Litchfield | 12.5 mi | 5.5 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding A.c.g.c. Elementary has a median household income of $83,661. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $220,400, with a median rent of $931/month. The local poverty rate of 4.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BURROUGHS ELEMENTARY Minneapolis, MN | 8.7 |
| GROVELAND PARK ELEMENTARY Saint Paul, MN | 8.7 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Rochester, MN | 8.7 |
| KENNY ELEMENTARY Minneapolis, MN | 8.7 |
| RIDGEVIEW ELEMENTARY Bloomington, MN | 8.7 |
| CEDAR ISLAND ELEMENTARY Maple Grove, MN | 8.6 |
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 is ranked #50 out of 1,986 schools in MN.
What is A.c.g.c. Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
A.c.g.c. Elementary has a composite rating of 8.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A.c.g.c. Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, A.c.g.c. Elementary has 57.0% math proficiency and 43.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
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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Neighborhood Context
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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
- Phone
- (320) 244-4686
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
A.C.G.C. Public School District- District Enrollment
- 880
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,667
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
Other Schools in This District
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