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#874 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 44% in state
Based on limited data
E.c.h.o. Elementary
Elementary School · E.C.H.O. CHARTER SCHOOL
PO BOX 158, Echo, MN 56237
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#874 of 1,992
In Echo
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
E.C.H.O. CHARTER SCHOOL
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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E.c.h.o. Elementary
Elementary School in Echo · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
E.c.h.o. Secondary
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About E.c.h.o. Elementary
E.c.h.o. Elementary is a public elementary school in Echo, MN, part of E.C.H.O. CHARTER SCHOOL.
E.c.h.o. Elementary serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. E.c.h.o.
Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #874 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for E.c.h.o. Elementary show 25% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, E.c.h.o. Elementary 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.
E.c.h.o. Elementary is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
E.c.h.o. Elementary 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.
Score Breakdown
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E.c.h.o. Elementary — Students at E.c.h.o. Elementary score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
How E.c.h.o. Elementary Compares
See how E.c.h.o. Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 158, Echo, MN 56237
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering E.c.h.o. Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BERT RANEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Granite Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Cottonwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WABASSO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Wabasso), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Echo, see our Echo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| E.C.H.O. Secondary Echo | 0.0 mi | 4.3 |
| SWWC ELC - Belview Belview | 4.2 mi | — |
| VESTWOOD EDUCATION DBA:ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL REDWOOD F Vesta | 7.6 mi | — |
| Yellow Medicine East Secondary Granite Falls | 14.9 mi | 6.5 |
| BERT RANEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Granite Falls | 15.0 mi | 8.7 |
| MILROY ELEMENTARY Milroy | 15.7 mi | — |
| LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Cottonwood | 12.7 mi | 8.5 |
| LAKEVIEW SECONDARY Cottonwood | 12.7 mi | 7.7 |
| WABASSO ELEMENTARY Wabasso | 16.6 mi | 8.3 |
| WABASSO SECONDARY Wabasso | 16.6 mi | 7.9 |
| ST ANNE SCHOOL Wabasso | 16.7 mi | 5.5 |
| RENVILLE COUNTY WEST SENIOR HIGH Renville | 15.6 mi | 7.0 |
| RENVILLE COUNTY WEST ELEMENTARY Renville | 15.6 mi | 5.4 |
| REEDE GRAY ELEMENTARY Redwood Falls | 16.1 mi | 7.3 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Redwood Falls | 16.7 mi | 6.5 |
| REDWOOD VALLEY SENIOR HIGH Redwood Falls | 16.7 mi | 5.8 |
| REDWOOD VALLEY MIDDLE Redwood Falls | 16.7 mi | 6.2 |
| MACCRAY Secondary Clara City | 23.5 mi | 6.6 |
| MACCRAY Elementary Clara City | 23.5 mi | 7.8 |
| MARSHALL HIGH SCHOOL Marshall | 20.2 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56237 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,156
Median Home Value
$156,900
Median Rent
$584/mo
Population
535
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
50.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COMFREY ELEMENTARY Comfrey, MN | 6.4 |
| ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fairmont, MN | 6.4 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saint James, MN | 6.5 |
| Hibbing Early Learning Center Hibbing, MN | 6.6 |
| OUR LADY OF THE PRAIRIE SCHOOL Belle Plaine, MN | 6.6 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tracy, MN | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about E.c.h.o. Elementary
What grades does E.c.h.o. Elementary serve?
E.c.h.o. Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend E.c.h.o. Elementary?
E.c.h.o. Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at E.c.h.o. Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at E.c.h.o. Elementary is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does E.c.h.o. Elementary rank in MN?
E.c.h.o. Elementary ranks #874 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is E.c.h.o. Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
E.c.h.o. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 E.c.h.o. Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, E.c.h.o. Elementary has 25% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is E.c.h.o. Elementary a charter school?
Yes, E.c.h.o. Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is E.c.h.o. Elementary a Title I school?
No, E.c.h.o. Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for E.c.h.o. Elementary?
65.7% of students at E.c.h.o. 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 35
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Yellow Medicine County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.1%
- Phone
- (507) 925-4143
Resources & Links
District
E.C.H.O. CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 65
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,922
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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