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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
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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About Cards Program
Cards Program is a public school in Austin, MN, part of SOUTHERN MN EDUCATION CONSORTIUM. Cards Program serves approximately 12 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th. 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 Cards Program show 25% math proficiency (2016 EdFacts) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 12 students, Cards Program 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.
Cards Program 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
- 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 4 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Location
21697 STATE HWY 56, Austin, MN 55912
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cards Program may also want to explore other schools in the area. GRAND MEADOW ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Grand Meadow). Another option is LEROY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, in nearby Leroy). Additionally, Riceville High School (rated 7.8/10, 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 | 8.1 |
| LEROY SECONDARY Leroy | 0.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Riceville Elementary School Riceville | 11.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Riceville High School Riceville | 11.1 mi | 7.8 |
| 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 | 6.0 |
| SOUTHLAND SENIOR HIGH Adams | 11.1 mi | 5.1 |
| SOUTHLAND ELEMENTARY Adams | 11.1 mi | 7.2 |
| SOUTHLAND MIDDLE Adams | 11.1 mi | 6.7 |
| First Step Adams Austin | 11.1 mi | — |
| Kingsland Elementary School Spring Valley | 14.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Kingsland Junior/Senior High School Spring Valley | 14.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Enrich Kingsland Austin | 14.1 mi | — |
| First Step - Kingsland Austin | 14.1 mi | — |
| BONNER ELEMENTARY Stewartville | 23.3 mi | 7.1 |
| STEWARTVILLE SENIOR HIGH Stewartville | 23.5 mi | 6.5 |
| STEWARTVILLE MIDDLE Stewartville | 23.5 mi | 4.4 |
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
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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 loaded state assessment records, Cards Program has 25% math proficiency (2016 EdFacts) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019).
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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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
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District
SOUTHERN MN EDUCATION CONSORTIUM- District Enrollment
- 179
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $45,185
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