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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
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Big Stone Colony Elementary
Elementary School in Clinton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Big Stone Colony Elementary
Big Stone Colony Elementary is a public elementary school in Clinton, MN, part of CLINTON-GRACEVILLE-BEARDSLEY. Big Stone Colony Elementary serves approximately 17 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Big Stone Colony Elementary show 75% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 17 students, Big Stone Colony Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Big Stone Colony 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.
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
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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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 9.5/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby Big Stone City). Another option is CHOKIO-ALBERTA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Chokio). Additionally, Milbank Elementary - 03 (rated 7.5/10, 22.6 miles away, in nearby Milbank). 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 | 8.1 |
| Pre-K - 5th Grade Building Clinton | 4.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Lismore Colony Elementary Clinton | 9.0 mi | — |
| Lismore Colony Senior High School Clinton | 9.0 mi | — |
| ORTONVILLE SECONDARY Ortonville | 15.2 mi | 7.9 |
| KNOLL ELEMENTARY Ortonville | 15.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Big Stone City Elementary - 01 Big Stone City | 16.1 mi | 9.5 |
| Big Stone City Middle School - 03 Big Stone City | 16.1 mi | — |
| WHEATON SECONDARY Wheaton | 18.9 mi | 6.6 |
| PEARSON ELEMENTARY Wheaton | 19.4 mi | 6.1 |
| CHOKIO-ALBERTA SECONDARY Chokio | 14.8 mi | 6.2 |
| CHOKIO-ALBERTA ELEMENTARY Chokio | 14.8 mi | 7.8 |
| ST LAWRENCE SCHOOL Milbank | 22.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Milbank Elementary - 03 Milbank | 22.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Milbank High School - 01 Milbank | 22.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Milbank Middle School - 02 Milbank | 22.6 mi | 6.6 |
| BROWNS VALLEY ELEMENTARY Browns Valley | 17.8 mi | 4.7 |
| BROWNS VALLEY MIDDLE Browns Valley | 17.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Wilmot Elementary - 02 Wilmot | 20.3 mi | 4.6 |
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
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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 loaded state assessment records, Big Stone Colony Elementary has 75% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
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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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
Resources & Links
District
CLINTON-GRACEVILLE-BEARDSLEY- District Enrollment
- 328
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,282
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