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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
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Deer River Schools Sped
Elementary School in Deer River · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Deer River Schools Sped
Deer River Schools Sped is a public elementary school in Deer River, MN, part of DEER RIVER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Deer River Schools Sped serves approximately 6 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. 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 Deer River Schools Sped show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2019). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 6 students, Deer River Schools Sped 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.
At 6:1 students to teachers, Deer River Schools Sped sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Deer River Schools Sped 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
- 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
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.
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Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
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. East Rapids Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Grand Rapids). Another option is West Rapids Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Grand Rapids). Additionally, KING ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 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 | 6.4 |
| Deer River High School ALP Deer River | 0.2 mi | — |
| KING ELEMENTARY Deer River | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| COHASSET ELEMENTARY Cohasset | 9.3 mi | 7.7 |
| West Rapids Elementary Grand Rapids | 13.0 mi | 8.4 |
| GRAND RAPIDS SENIOR HIGH Grand Rapids | 13.0 mi | 7.8 |
| GRAND RAPIDS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Grand Rapids | 13.9 mi | 5.7 |
| GRAND RAPIDS AREA LEARNING CENTER Grand Rapids | 13.9 mi | 5.1 |
| ROBERT J. ELKINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Grand Rapids | 14.3 mi | 7.6 |
| MIDDLE AREA LEARNING CENTER Grand Rapids | 14.3 mi | — |
| East Rapids Elementary Grand Rapids | 14.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Northland Elementary Remer | 19.8 mi | 3.5 |
| NORTHLAND SECONDARY Remer | 19.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ITASKIN EDUCATION CENTER Grand Rapids | 15.4 mi | 6.6 |
| LITTLE SAND Remer | 19.4 mi | — |
| GREENWAY MIDDLE Coleraine | 17.3 mi | 6.1 |
| GREENWAY SENIOR HIGH Coleraine | 17.3 mi | 8.7 |
| VANDYKE ELEMENTARY Coleraine | 17.4 mi | 6.7 |
| HILL CITY ELEMENTARY Hill City | 25.1 mi | 5.6 |
| HILL CITY SENIOR HIGH Hill City | 25.1 mi | 5.7 |
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
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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 loaded state assessment records, Deer River Schools Sped has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2019).
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
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (218) 246-8860
Resources & Links
District
DEER RIVER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 852
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,593
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