Average
#785 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 39% in state
Cambridge-isanti Steam School
Elementary School · CAMBRIDGE-ISANTI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
101 9TH AVE NE, Isanti, MN 55040
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#785 of 1,992
In Isanti
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#2 of 13
CAMBRIDGE-ISANTI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
Academic performance
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Cambridge-isanti Steam School
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About Cambridge-isanti Steam School
Cambridge-isanti Steam School is a public elementary school in Isanti, MN, part of CAMBRIDGE-ISANTI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. Cambridge-isanti Steam School serves approximately 148 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cambridge-isanti Steam School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #785 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Cambridge-isanti Steam School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 148 students, Cambridge-isanti Steam School 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.
Score Breakdown
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Cambridge-isanti Steam School — Students at Cambridge-isanti Steam School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How Cambridge-isanti Steam School Compares
See how Cambridge-isanti Steam School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
101 9TH AVE NE, Isanti, MN 55040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cambridge-isanti Steam School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CAMBRIDGE PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Cambridge), with a very similar rating. Another option is ISANTI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CAMBRIDGE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Cambridge), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Isanti, see our Isanti schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ISANTI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Isanti | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Art and Science Academy Isanti | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Art & Science Academy Middle School Isanti | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| ISANTI PRIMARY SCHOOL Isanti | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Isanti Early Childhood Special Ed Isanti | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| MOVING FORWARD Cambridge | 2.1 mi | — |
| Riverside Academy IS Cambridge | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Riverside Academy Cambridge | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Brookside Academy Cambridge | 2.1 mi | — |
| ST SCHOLASTICA HSC ACADEMY Isanti | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| ISANTI MIDDLE SCHOOL Isanti | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| CAMBRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Cambridge | 3.5 mi | 6.1 |
| CAMBRIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cambridge | 4.2 mi | 7.8 |
| CAMBRIDGE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Cambridge | 5.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Cambridge Early Childhood SpecialEd Cambridge | 5.8 mi | 3.6 |
| CAMBRIDGE PRIMARY SCHOOL Cambridge | 5.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Cambridge-Isanti OLL Elementary K-5 Cambridge | 6.1 mi | — |
| Cambridge-Isanti OLL Secondary 6-12 Cambridge | 6.1 mi | 4.1 |
| CAMBRIDGE-ISANTI HIGH SCHOOL Cambridge | 6.2 mi | 5.7 |
| East Bethel Elementary School Cedar | 9.4 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,576
Median Home Value
$287,700
Median Rent
$1,298/mo
Population
14,451
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
87.5%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
37.5
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| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Columbia Heights, MN | 6.6 |
| ASHBY ELEMENTARY Ashby, MN | 6.5 |
| CROMWELL-WRIGHT ELEMENTARY Cromwell, MN | 6.5 |
| CROWN OF LIFE LUTHERAN West Saint Paul, MN | 6.5 |
| KELLIHER ELEMENTARY Kelliher, MN | 6.5 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Redwood Falls, MN | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cambridge-isanti Steam School
What grades does Cambridge-isanti Steam School serve?
Cambridge-isanti Steam School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cambridge-isanti Steam School?
Cambridge-isanti Steam School has an enrollment of approximately 148 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cambridge-isanti Steam School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cambridge-isanti Steam School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cambridge-isanti Steam School rank in MN?
Cambridge-isanti Steam School ranks #785 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Cambridge-isanti Steam School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cambridge-isanti Steam School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Cambridge-isanti Steam School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cambridge-isanti Steam School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cambridge-isanti Steam School a charter school?
No, Cambridge-isanti Steam School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cambridge-isanti Steam School a Title I school?
No, Cambridge-isanti Steam School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cambridge-isanti Steam School?
31.8% of students at Cambridge-isanti Steam School 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 148
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Isanti County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.5%
- Phone
- (763) 552-8800
Resources & Links
District
CAMBRIDGE-ISANTI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 5,092
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,306
- District Rank
- #2 of 13
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