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Benton-stearns Ed District Ec
School · Benton-Stearns Education District
517 2ND ST. SOUTH, Sartell, MN 56377
Enrollment
93
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
93
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
9.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Benton-stearns Ed District Ec
Benton-stearns Ed District Ec is a public school in Sartell, MN, part of the Benton-Stearns Education District. The school serves approximately 93 students in grades Pre-K – Pre-K with a student-teacher ratio of 13.3:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $82,583, where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a midsize suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 93 students, Benton-stearns Ed District Ec is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 93 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Address
- 517 2ND ST. SOUTH, Sartell, MN 56377
- Website
- bentonstearns.k12.mn.us
- Phone
- (320) 252-8427
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
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How Benton-stearns Ed District Ec Compares
See how Benton-stearns Ed District Ec performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
517 2ND ST. SOUTH, Sartell, MN 56377
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benton-stearns Ed District Ec may also want to explore other schools in the area. Oak Ridge Early Learning Center (rated 8.8/10, 2.9 miles away). Another option is Riverview Intermediate School (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away). Additionally, Saint Cloud Math and Science Academ (rated 8.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Saint Cloud). For more schools in Sartell, see our Sartell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Sartell | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Benton-Stearns Education - ASD Sauk Rapids | 0.5 mi | — |
| Benton-Stearns Education Pioneers Sauk Rapids | 0.5 mi | — |
| ALC - Sartell Sartell | 0.5 mi | — |
| Riverview Intermediate School Sartell | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| SARTELL MIDDLE Sartell | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Pine Meadow Primary School Sartell | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saint Cloud | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| PETRA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sauk Rapids | 1.7 mi | — |
| WHOLE CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sauk Rapids | 1.7 mi | — |
| Pleasantview Elementary Sauk Rapids | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Oak Ridge Early Learning Center Sartell | 2.9 mi | 8.8 |
| APOLLO SENIOR HIGH Saint Cloud | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| NORTH JUNIOR HIGH Saint Cloud | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| SARTELL SENIOR HIGH Sartell | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Saint Cloud Math and Science Academ Saint Cloud | 2.9 mi | 8.3 |
| St. Cloud Math & Science Middle Saint Cloud | 2.9 mi | 4.5 |
| WESTWOOD ELEMENTARY Saint Cloud | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| MADISON ELEMENTARY Saint Cloud | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Katherine Johnson Education Center Saint Cloud | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56377 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,583
Median Home Value
$282,800
Median Rent
$1,196/mo
Population
21,008
College Educated
40.2%
Homeownership
63.7%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
35
Community Profile
The community surrounding Benton-stearns Ed District Ec has a median household income of $82,583. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $282,800, with a median rent of $1,196/month. The local poverty rate of 7.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benton-stearns Ed District Ec
What grades does Benton-stearns Ed District Ec serve?
Benton-stearns Ed District Ec serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Benton-stearns Ed District Ec?
Benton-stearns Ed District Ec has an enrollment of approximately 93 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benton-stearns Ed District Ec?
The student-teacher ratio at Benton-stearns Ed District Ec is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Benton-stearns Ed District Ec a charter school?
No, Benton-stearns Ed District Ec is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benton-stearns Ed District Ec a Title I school?
No, Benton-stearns Ed District Ec is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benton-stearns Ed District Ec?
40.9% of students at Benton-stearns Ed District Ec qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,310/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Sartell). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 93
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.9%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Stearns County
- Phone
- (320) 252-8427
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Benton-Stearns Education District- District Enrollment
- 163
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $76,042
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