Very Good
#372 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 19% in state
Churchill Elementary
Elementary School · CLOQUET PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
515 GRANITE ST, Cloquet, MN 55720
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#372 of 1,992
In Cloquet
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
CLOQUET PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Churchill Elementary
Churchill Elementary is a public elementary school in Cloquet, MN, part of CLOQUET PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Churchill Elementary serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Churchill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #372 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Churchill Elementary show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Churchill Elementary — Students at Churchill Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.1%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.8/10.
How Churchill Elementary Compares
See how Churchill Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
515 GRANITE ST, Cloquet, MN 55720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Churchill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PIKE LAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Duluth), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WINTERQUIST ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Esko), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cloquet, see our Cloquet schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CLOQUET EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Cloquet | 0.0 mi | 3.9 |
| SHARED TIME Cloquet | 0.0 mi | — |
| QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cloquet | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Northern Lights Academy Cloquet | 1.3 mi | — |
| CLOQUET AREA ALT. ED. PROGRAMS Cloquet | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| CAAEP EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM Cloquet | 1.3 mi | — |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Cloquet | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| CLOQUET SENIOR Cloquet | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| CLOQUET MIDDLE Cloquet | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Fond du Lac Ojibwe School Cloquet | 2.9 mi | — |
| NLA-Carlton Cloquet | 5.1 mi | — |
| CARLTON SECONDARY Carlton | 5.1 mi | 6.1 |
| SOUTH TERRACE ELEMENTARY Carlton | 5.9 mi | 6.3 |
| LINCOLN SECONDARY Esko | 5.1 mi | 7.9 |
| WINTERQUIST ELEMENTARY Esko | 5.1 mi | 8.0 |
| WRENSHALL ELEMENTARY Wrenshall | 8.9 mi | 5.1 |
| WRENSHALL SECONDARY Wrenshall | 8.9 mi | 7.2 |
| PIKE LAKE ELEMENTARY Duluth | 12.5 mi | 8.4 |
| PROCTOR SENIOR HIGH Proctor | 10.6 mi | 8.0 |
| A.I. JEDLICKA MIDDLE SCHOOL Proctor | 10.6 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,399
Median Home Value
$213,300
Median Rent
$976/mo
Population
17,480
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
71.2%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Norwood Young America, MN | 7.5 |
| EAGLE LAKE ELEMENTARY Eagle Lake, MN | 7.5 |
| Lake Nokomis Keewaydin Elementary Minneapolis, MN | 7.5 |
| MADELIA ELEMENTARY Madelia, MN | 7.5 |
| NORTH SHORE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Duluth, MN | 7.5 |
| OAK VIEW ELEMENTARY Maple Grove, MN | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Churchill Elementary
What grades does Churchill Elementary serve?
Churchill Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Churchill Elementary?
Churchill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Churchill Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Churchill Elementary is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Churchill Elementary rank in MN?
Churchill Elementary ranks #372 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Churchill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Churchill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Churchill Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Churchill Elementary has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Churchill Elementary a charter school?
No, Churchill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Churchill Elementary a Title I school?
No, Churchill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Churchill Elementary?
44.1% of students at Churchill 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 354
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Carlton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.2%
- Phone
- (218) 879-3308
Resources & Links
District
CLOQUET PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,598
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,871
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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