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Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6

Middle School · A.C.G.C. Public School District

27250 MINNESOTA HWY 4, Grove City, MN 56243

Enrollment

130

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

5.2

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,489 of 1,992

In Grove City

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

A.C.G.C. Public School District

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6

5.2/10

Middle School in Grove City · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

A.c.g.c. Secondary

7.2/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

A.c.g.c. Elementary

6.9/10

4.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6

Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 is a public middle school in Grove City, MN, part of A.C.G.C. Public School District. Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 serves approximately 130 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,489 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below MN schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • MN avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

At 130 students, Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.4Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,667
Chronic Absenteeism13.8%

Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 — Students at Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
37%

* 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: 2.4/10.

How Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 Compares

See how Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
25th percentile in MN
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

Location

27250 MINNESOTA HWY 4, Grove City, MN 56243

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NEW LONDON-SPICER MIDDLE (rated 8.4/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby New London), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Litchfield Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Litchfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grove City, see our Grove City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.6 mi
School Distance Rating
A.C.G.C. SECONDARY Grove City 0.0 mi 7.2
A.C.G.C. ELEMENTARY Atwater 4.7 mi 6.9
RIVERVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grove City 7.4 mi
LAKE RIPLEY ELEMENTARY Litchfield 7.8 mi 5.4
SCHOOL OF ST PHILIP Litchfield 7.8 mi 6.4
Litchfield Early Childhood Special Litchfield 7.9 mi 3.8
Litchfield Middle School Litchfield 7.9 mi 7.4
LITCHFIELD SENIOR HIGH Litchfield 8.0 mi 8.2
LITCHFIELD AREA LEARNING PROGRAM Litchfield 8.0 mi
WINGS ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Litchfield 9.0 mi
SWWC ELC - Cosmos Cosmos 14.1 mi 5.8
EDEN VALLEY SECONDARY Eden Valley 14.3 mi 6.6
Paynesville Area Secondary School Paynesville 16.1 mi 5.8
EDEN VALLEY ELEMENTARY Eden Valley 14.7 mi 7.6
Paynesville Area Elementary Paynesville 16.3 mi 5.5
Prairie Meadows Learning Center New London 14.6 mi
NEW LONDON-SPICER MIDDLE New London 16.4 mi 8.4
NEW LONDON-SPICER SR. New London 16.4 mi 6.8
NEW LONDON ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL New London 16.4 mi
PRAIRIE WOODS ELEMENTARY New London 16.6 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56243 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,625

Median Home Value

$173,400

Median Rent

$832/mo

Population

1,968

College Educated

18.9%

Homeownership

81.1%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Median Age

38.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6

What grades does Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 serve?

Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6?

Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 has an enrollment of approximately 130 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6?

The student-teacher ratio at Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 rank in MN?

Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 ranks #1,489 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6's MySchoolScout rating?

Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 a charter school?

No, Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 a Title I school?

No, Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6?

56.9% of students at Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6 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

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Meeker County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

District

A.C.G.C. Public School District
District Enrollment
880
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,667
District Rank
#3 of 3

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