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Deer River Schools Sped
Elementary School · DEER RIVER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 307, Deer River, MN 56636
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Deer River Schools Sped
Deer River Schools Sped is a public elementary school in Deer River, MN, part of the DEER RIVER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 6 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 6:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $59,858, where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 6 students, Deer River Schools Sped 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 6:1, Deer River Schools Sped offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Deer River Schools Sped 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 6 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Address
- PO BOX 307, Deer River, MN 56636
- Phone
- (218) 246-8860
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Location
PO BOX 307, Deer River, MN 56636
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deer River Schools Sped may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HILL CITY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 25.1 miles away, in nearby Hill City). Another option is East Rapids Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Grand Rapids). Additionally, KING ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away). For more schools in Deer River, see our Deer River schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DEER RIVER SECONDARY Deer River | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Deer River High School ALP Deer River | 0.2 mi | — |
| KING ELEMENTARY Deer River | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| COHASSET ELEMENTARY Cohasset | 9.3 mi | 7.3 |
| West Rapids Elementary Grand Rapids | 13.0 mi | 8.2 |
| GRAND RAPIDS SENIOR HIGH Grand Rapids | 13.0 mi | 7.2 |
| GRAND RAPIDS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Grand Rapids | 13.9 mi | 7.1 |
| GRAND RAPIDS AREA LEARNING CENTER Grand Rapids | 13.9 mi | 4.5 |
| ROBERT J. ELKINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Grand Rapids | 14.3 mi | 6.7 |
| MIDDLE AREA LEARNING CENTER Grand Rapids | 14.3 mi | — |
| East Rapids Elementary Grand Rapids | 14.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Northland Elementary Remer | 19.8 mi | 4.4 |
| NORTHLAND SECONDARY Remer | 19.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ITASKIN EDUCATION CENTER Grand Rapids | 15.4 mi | 7.5 |
| LITTLE SAND Remer | 19.4 mi | — |
| GREENWAY MIDDLE Coleraine | 17.3 mi | 5.0 |
| GREENWAY SENIOR HIGH Coleraine | 17.3 mi | 7.9 |
| VANDYKE ELEMENTARY Coleraine | 17.4 mi | 7.0 |
| HILL CITY ELEMENTARY Hill City | 25.1 mi | 8.8 |
| HILL CITY SENIOR HIGH Hill City | 25.1 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56636 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,858
Median Home Value
$195,200
Median Rent
$690/mo
Population
4,679
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
87.8%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
47.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Deer River Schools Sped has a median household income of $59,858. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $195,200, with a median rent of $690/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.3%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANGLE INLET ELEMENTARY Warroad, MN | — |
| ANOKA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anoka, MN | — |
| AUGSBURG PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richfield, MN | — |
| BECKS MONTESSORI ACCELERATED LEARNING CENTER Eagan, MN | — |
| CATHEDRAL HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN | — |
| CATHEDRAL HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deer River Schools Sped
What grades does Deer River Schools Sped serve?
Deer River Schools Sped serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Deer River Schools Sped?
Deer River Schools Sped has an enrollment of approximately 6 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deer River Schools Sped?
The student-teacher ratio at Deer River Schools Sped is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Deer River Schools Sped?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Deer River Schools Sped has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Deer River Schools Sped a charter school?
No, Deer River Schools Sped is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deer River Schools Sped a Title I school?
No, Deer River Schools Sped is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,329/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Deer River). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 6
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Itasca County
- Phone
- (218) 246-8860
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
DEER RIVER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 852
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,593
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