Needs Improvement
#1944 of 1,992 schools in MN
Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed
School · South Washington County Schools
8400 E POINT DOUGLAS RD S, Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 10 schools in Cottage Grove. Learn more
Enrollment
561
Student-Teacher
51:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
561
Student-Teacher
51:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,944 of 1,992
In Cottage Grove
#12 of 12
public schools
In district
#26 of 26
South Washington County Schools
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Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed
School in Cottage Grove · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
South Washington Alternative HS
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Access
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About Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed
Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed is a public school in Cottage Grove, MN, part of South Washington County Schools. Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed serves approximately 561 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 51:1 student-teacher ratio. Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,944 of 1,992 schools in MN.
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed runs 51:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed Compares
See how Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8400 E POINT DOUGLAS RD S, Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed may also want to explore other schools in the area. COTTAGE GROVE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEWPORT ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Newport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GREY CLOUD ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cottage Grove, see our Cottage Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Washington Alternative HS Cottage Grove | 0.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Access Cottage Grove | 0.0 mi | — |
| ARMSTRONG ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| HILLSIDE ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Park High School Cottage Grove | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| CRESTVIEW ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| PINE HILL ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Next Step Transition Program Cottage Grove | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| GREY CLOUD ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| COTTAGE GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Cottage Grove | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| COTTAGE GROVE ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| PULLMAN ELEMENTARY Saint Paul Park | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| OLTMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cottage Grove | 3.2 mi | 5.5 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saint Paul Park | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| PINE HARBOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hastings | 3.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Nuevas Fronteras Spanish Immersion Saint Paul Park | 3.3 mi | 4.3 |
| EAST RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Woodbury | 4.7 mi | 6.5 |
| GORDON BAILEY ELEMENTARY Woodbury | 5.1 mi | 5.6 |
| ST AMBROSE OF WOODBURY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Woodbury | 5.1 mi | 5.4 |
| NEWPORT ELEMENTARY Newport | 4.5 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,295
Median Home Value
$358,800
Median Rent
$1,653/mo
Population
39,925
College Educated
39.2%
Homeownership
88.4%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
36.8
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed
What grades does Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed serve?
Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed?
Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed has an enrollment of approximately 561 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed?
The student-teacher ratio at Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed is 51:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed rank in MN?
Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed ranks #1,944 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed's MySchoolScout rating?
Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed a charter school?
No, Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed a Title I school?
No, Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed?
27.5% of students at Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 561
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 51:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.5%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washington County
- Phone
- (651) 425-6121
Resources & Links
District
South Washington County Schools- District Enrollment
- 19,360
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,992
- District Rank
- #26 of 26
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