Bert Raney Elementary School

Bert Raney Elementary School serves 272 students in prekindergarten through fifth grade in Granite Falls, Minnesota. This regular public school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 11.3:1 with 24 full-time equivalent teachers, creating an environment where students can receive more individualized attention. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranking #367 out of 2,027 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 82nd percentile.

Students show steady achievement in core subjects, with 50% scoring proficient or above in English Language Arts and Reading, and 52% reaching proficiency in Mathematics. Bert Raney Elementary draws families from a stable community where the median household income is $64,128 and the poverty rate stands at 11.6%. The surrounding area reflects a working-class community, with 23% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and median home values around $157,800.

Located on 7th Avenue in Yellow Medicine County, the school sits in a remote rural setting that offers students a close-knit educational environment. This rural location provides a peaceful backdrop for learning while fostering strong community connections among students, families, and educators in the greater Granite Falls area.

Located in a rural area, Bert Raney Elementary School 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.