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Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary

Elementary School · BELGRADE-BROOTEN-ELROSA SCHOOL DIST

BOX 39, Brooten, MN 56316

Enrollment

313

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,678 of 1,992

In district

#2 of 2

BELGRADE-BROOTEN-ELROSA SCHOOL DIST

Academic performance

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary

4.7/10

Elementary School in Brooten · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary

Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary is a public elementary school in Brooten, MN, part of BELGRADE-BROOTEN-ELROSA SCHOOL DIST. Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,678 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below MN schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Belgrade-brooten-elrosa 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,647
Chronic Absenteeism14.1%

Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary — Students at Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.4% (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
87%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
52%

* 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: 2.0/10.

How Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary Compares

See how Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
16th percentile in MN
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

Location

BOX 39, Brooten, MN 56316

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PRAIRIE WOODS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 17.0 miles away, in nearby New London), which scores notably higher. Another option is MINNEWASKA AREA ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Glenwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAUK CENTRE ELEMENTARY (rated 5.6/10, 18.2 miles away, in nearby Sauk Centre), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooten, see our Brooten schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.3 mi
School Distance Rating
BELGRADE-BROOTEN-ELROSA SEC. Belgrade 7.2 mi 6.4
PRAIRIE WOODS ELEMENTARY New London 17.0 mi 7.5
NEW LONDON-SPICER MIDDLE New London 17.0 mi 8.4
NEW LONDON-SPICER SR. New London 17.0 mi 6.8
NEW LONDON ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL New London 17.0 mi
ST JOHNS-ST ANDREWS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenwald 14.9 mi 5.3
MINNEWASKA AREA ELEMENTARY Glenwood 15.8 mi 6.9
MINNEWASKA EARLY CHILDHOOD SP.ED. Glenwood 15.8 mi 5.9
SAUK CENTRE SECONDARY Sauk Centre 18.1 mi 6.9
Sauk Centre Middle Sauk Centre 18.1 mi 4.9
SAUK CENTRE ELEMENTARY Sauk Centre 18.2 mi 5.6
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Sauk Centre 18.5 mi 4.7
Prairie Meadows Learning Center New London 20.4 mi
MINNEWASKA SECONDARY Glenwood 17.9 mi 6.6
Minnewaska Area Intermediate School Glenwood 17.9 mi 6.1
MINNEWASKA AREA JUNIOR HIGH Glenwood 17.9 mi 5.8
MONTESSORI OF MELROSE Melrose 19.3 mi
WEST CENTRAL AREA LEARNING CENTER Melrose 19.3 mi
BEACON PROGRAM W CENTRAL ED. DIST. Melrose 19.3 mi
WEST CENTRAL EDUCATION DISTRICT B-2 Melrose 19.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56316 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,071

Median Home Value

$208,700

Median Rent

$925/mo

Population

1,521

College Educated

18.8%

Homeownership

83.6%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Median Age

40.7

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HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Sauk Centre, MN 4.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary

What grades does Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary serve?

Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary?

Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary rank in MN?

Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary ranks #1,678 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary a charter school?

No, Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary a Title I school?

No, Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary?

48.6% of students at Belgrade-brooten-elrosa 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

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Stearns County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

District

BELGRADE-BROOTEN-ELROSA SCHOOL DIST
District Enrollment
630
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,647
District Rank
#2 of 2

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