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#580 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 29% in state

Bonner Elementary

Elementary School · STEWARTVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

526 5TH AVE SE, Stewartville, MN 55976

Enrollment

420

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#580 of 1,992

In Stewartville

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

STEWARTVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Bonner Elementary

7.1/10

Elementary School in Stewartville · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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6.5/10

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About Bonner Elementary

Bonner Elementary is a public elementary school in Stewartville, MN, part of STEWARTVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Bonner Elementary serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Bonner Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #580 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Bonner Elementary show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-1.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2015
TrendDeclining
Academics10.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency92% (2015 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2015 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency85% (2015 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2015 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+33.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile100th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,943
Chronic Absenteeism16.9%

Bonner Elementary — Students at Bonner Elementary score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2014-15)

Math Proficiency 88.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2015)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2015)
School
State
N/A

Based on 14 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
77%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.

How Bonner Elementary Compares

See how Bonner Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
71th percentile in MN
Academic
10.0/10
Excellent
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
6.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

Location

526 5TH AVE SE, Stewartville, MN 55976

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bonner Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem (rated 8.2/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Rochester), which scores notably higher. Another option is RPS Online Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Rochester), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Montessori at Franklin Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Rochester), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Stewartville, see our Stewartville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Central Education Center Stewartville 0.7 mi 5.2
STEWARTVILLE SENIOR HIGH Stewartville 0.7 mi 6.5
STEWARTVILLE MIDDLE Stewartville 0.8 mi 4.4
Bear Cave Intermediate School Stewartville 1.7 mi 6.5
Rochester Alternative Learning Cntr Rochester 8.6 mi 5.2
CREDIT RECOVERY Rochester 8.6 mi
Rochester ALC Recovery Program Rochester 8.6 mi
WILLOW CREEK MIDDLE Rochester 9.7 mi 2.5
BAMBER VALLEY ELEMENTARY Rochester 9.9 mi 6.0
PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY Rochester 9.9 mi 4.6
AMBASSADOR ACADEMY Rochester 10.1 mi
FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY Rochester 10.2 mi 4.3
Montessori at Franklin Elementary Rochester 10.2 mi 6.8
ROCHESTER MATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY Rochester 10.5 mi 3.9
ROCHESTER STEM ACADEMY Rochester 10.5 mi 6.0
Rochester Phoenix Academy Rochester 10.4 mi 6.3
CARE & TREATMENT HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND Rochester 10.4 mi
Care & Treatment at ESC Rochester 10.4 mi
Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem Rochester 10.4 mi 8.2
RPS Online Elementary School Rochester 10.4 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55976 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,044

Median Home Value

$277,700

Median Rent

$977/mo

Population

8,542

College Educated

30.5%

Homeownership

81%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

38.1

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PACT Charter Elementary Ramsey, MN 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bonner Elementary

What grades does Bonner Elementary serve?

Bonner Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.

How many students attend Bonner Elementary?

Bonner Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bonner Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Bonner Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bonner Elementary rank in MN?

Bonner Elementary ranks #580 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Bonner Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Bonner Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Bonner Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bonner Elementary has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015).

Is Bonner Elementary a charter school?

No, Bonner Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bonner Elementary a Title I school?

No, Bonner Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bonner Elementary?

31.9% of students at Bonner 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Olmsted County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

District

STEWARTVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,005
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,943
District Rank
#1 of 5

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