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Big Stone Colony Elementary
Elementary School · CLINTON-GRACEVILLE-BEARDSLEY
BOX 361, Clinton, MN 56225
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
17:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
17:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Big Stone Colony Elementary
Big Stone Colony Elementary is a public elementary school in Clinton, MN, part of the CLINTON-GRACEVILLE-BEARDSLEY. The school serves approximately 17 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Students demonstrate 75% proficiency in math and 75% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $68,750, where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 17 students, Big Stone Colony Elementary 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.
Located in a rural area, Big Stone Colony Elementary 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 17 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Address
- BOX 361, Clinton, MN 56225
- Phone
- (320) 325-5282
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
BOX 361, Clinton, MN 56225
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Big Stone Colony Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Big Stone City Elementary - 01 (rated 9.3/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby Big Stone City). Another option is Milbank Elementary - 03 (rated 9.2/10, 22.6 miles away, in nearby Milbank). Additionally, KNOLL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby Ortonville). For more schools in Clinton, see our Clinton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Big Stone Colony High School Clinton | 0.0 mi | — |
| 6-12th Grade Building Graceville | 3.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Pre-K - 5th Grade Building Clinton | 4.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Lismore Colony Elementary Clinton | 9.0 mi | — |
| Lismore Colony Senior High School Clinton | 9.0 mi | — |
| ORTONVILLE SECONDARY Ortonville | 15.2 mi | 7.0 |
| KNOLL ELEMENTARY Ortonville | 15.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Big Stone City Elementary - 01 Big Stone City | 16.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Big Stone City Middle School - 03 Big Stone City | 16.1 mi | — |
| WHEATON SECONDARY Wheaton | 18.9 mi | 5.9 |
| PEARSON ELEMENTARY Wheaton | 19.4 mi | 6.3 |
| CHOKIO-ALBERTA SECONDARY Chokio | 14.8 mi | 5.8 |
| CHOKIO-ALBERTA ELEMENTARY Chokio | 14.8 mi | 6.0 |
| ST LAWRENCE SCHOOL Milbank | 22.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Milbank Elementary - 03 Milbank | 22.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Milbank High School - 01 Milbank | 22.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Milbank Middle School - 02 Milbank | 22.6 mi | 5.8 |
| BROWNS VALLEY ELEMENTARY Browns Valley | 17.8 mi | 3.7 |
| BROWNS VALLEY MIDDLE Browns Valley | 17.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Wilmot Elementary - 02 Wilmot | 20.3 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,750
Median Home Value
$107,000
Median Rent
$700/mo
Population
733
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
80.7%
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Median Age
55.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Big Stone Colony Elementary has a median household income of $68,750. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $107,000, with a median rent of $700/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Detroit Lakes, MN | — |
| BLACKBERRY SDA SCHOOL Grand Rapids, MN | — |
| Benton-Stearns Education Pioneers Sauk Rapids, MN | — |
| CVA PASCAL Elementary School (K-5) Minneapolis, MN | — |
| Cambridge-Isanti OLL Elementary K-5 Cambridge, MN | — |
| Cologne Academy Online Cologne, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Big Stone Colony Elementary
What grades does Big Stone Colony Elementary serve?
Big Stone Colony Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Big Stone Colony Elementary?
Big Stone Colony Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 17 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Big Stone Colony Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Big Stone Colony Elementary is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Big Stone Colony Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Big Stone Colony Elementary has 75.0% math proficiency and 75.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Big Stone Colony Elementary a charter school?
No, Big Stone Colony Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Big Stone Colony Elementary a Title I school?
No, Big Stone Colony Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Big Stone Colony Elementary?
82.4% of students at Big Stone Colony 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
- County Safety
- Elevated (1,165/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 17
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Big Stone County
- Phone
- (320) 325-5282
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
CLINTON-GRACEVILLE-BEARDSLEY- District Enrollment
- 328
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,282
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