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Cards Program
School · SOUTHERN MN EDUCATION CONSORTIUM
21697 STATE HWY 56, Austin, MN 55912
Enrollment
12
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
12
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Cards Program
Cards Program is a public school in Austin, MN, part of the SOUTHERN MN EDUCATION CONSORTIUM. The school serves approximately 12 students in grades Pre-K – 12th. Students demonstrate 75% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $68,205, where 24% 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 12 students, Cards Program 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, Cards Program 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
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 12 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 21697 STATE HWY 56, Austin, MN 55912
- Phone
- (507) 857-1160
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 1 test record from MN state assessments. About our data
Location
21697 STATE HWY 56, Austin, MN 55912
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cards Program may also want to explore other schools in the area. Kingsland Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Spring Valley). Another option is GRAND MEADOW ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Grand Meadow). Additionally, Riceville Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Riceville). For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEROY ELEMENTARY Leroy | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| LEROY SECONDARY Leroy | 0.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Riceville Elementary School Riceville | 11.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Riceville High School Riceville | 11.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Next Step East (Grand Meadow) Grand Meadow | 13.7 mi | — |
| Enrich GM Austin | 13.8 mi | — |
| GRAND MEADOW ELEMENTARY Grand Meadow | 13.8 mi | 8.3 |
| GRAND MEADOW MIDDLE Grand Meadow | 13.8 mi | 2.8 |
| GRAND MEADOW SENIOR HIGH Grand Meadow | 13.8 mi | 3.3 |
| SOUTHLAND SENIOR HIGH Adams | 11.1 mi | 2.2 |
| SOUTHLAND ELEMENTARY Adams | 11.1 mi | 7.6 |
| SOUTHLAND MIDDLE Adams | 11.1 mi | 7.5 |
| First Step Adams Austin | 11.1 mi | — |
| Kingsland Elementary School Spring Valley | 14.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Kingsland Junior/Senior High School Spring Valley | 14.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Enrich Kingsland Austin | 14.1 mi | — |
| First Step - Kingsland Austin | 14.1 mi | — |
| BONNER ELEMENTARY Stewartville | 23.3 mi | 5.9 |
| STEWARTVILLE SENIOR HIGH Stewartville | 23.5 mi | 4.6 |
| STEWARTVILLE MIDDLE Stewartville | 23.5 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55912 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,205
Median Home Value
$161,800
Median Rent
$864/mo
Population
29,438
College Educated
23.7%
Homeownership
72.2%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
37.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cards Program has a median household income of $68,205. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $161,800, with a median rent of $864/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.0%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cards Program
What grades does Cards Program serve?
Cards Program serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Cards Program?
Cards Program has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.
What are the test scores at Cards Program?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cards Program has 75.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Cards Program a charter school?
No, Cards Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cards Program a Title I school?
No, Cards Program is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cards Program?
75.0% of students at Cards Program 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
- City Safety
- High (1,804/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Austin). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Mower County
- Phone
- (507) 857-1160
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
SOUTHERN MN EDUCATION CONSORTIUM- District Enrollment
- 179
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $45,185
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