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Grafton School
School · Benton-Stearns Education District
224 KRAYS MILL ROAD, Cold Spring, MN 56320
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Grafton School
Grafton School is a public school in Cold Spring, MN, part of the Benton-Stearns Education District. The school serves approximately 12 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 6:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $90,346, where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 12 students, Grafton School 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, Grafton School 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, Grafton School 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 12 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Address
- 224 KRAYS MILL ROAD, Cold Spring, MN 56320
- Phone
- (320) 252-8427
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
224 KRAYS MILL ROAD, Cold Spring, MN 56320
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grafton School may also want to explore other schools in the area. ST JOHN'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Collegeville). Another option is AVON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Albany). Additionally, RICHMOND ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Richmond). For more schools in Cold Spring, see our Cold Spring schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLD SPRING ELEMENTARY Cold Spring | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| ROCORI SENIOR HIGH Cold Spring | 0.9 mi | 2.6 |
| ROCORI MIDDLE Cold Spring | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| ROCORI ALC Cold Spring | 0.9 mi | — |
| Rocori Online Learning Site Cold Spring | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ST BONIFACE SCHOOL Cold Spring | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| ROCKVILLE ELEMENTARY Rockville | 3.5 mi | 4.5 |
| RICHMOND ELEMENTARY Richmond | 5.1 mi | 7.5 |
| STS. PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Richmond | 5.2 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOHN'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL Collegeville | 7.4 mi | 7.8 |
| KENNEDY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Saint Joseph | 7.1 mi | 7.5 |
| AVON ELEMENTARY Albany | 9.9 mi | 7.6 |
| WATKINS ELEMENTARY Eden Valley | 11.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ST WENDELIN SCHOOL Saint Augusta | 8.4 mi | 5.4 |
| HOLY INNOCENTS SCHOOL Waite Park | 9.6 mi | — |
| EDEN VALLEY ELEMENTARY Eden Valley | 11.6 mi | 5.5 |
| KIMBALL SECONDARY Kimball | 12.3 mi | 4.6 |
| SPECIAL EDUCATION FACILITIES Waite Park | 10.2 mi | 6.7 |
| EDEN VALLEY SECONDARY Eden Valley | 12.0 mi | 4.7 |
| EC Sp Ed at Quarryview Ed Center Waite Park | 10.1 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56320 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,346
Median Home Value
$312,000
Median Rent
$1,283/mo
Population
8,553
College Educated
31.9%
Homeownership
82.1%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
43.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Grafton School has a median household income of $90,346. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $312,000, with a median rent of $1,283/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grafton School
What grades does Grafton School serve?
Grafton School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Grafton School?
Grafton School has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grafton School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grafton School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Grafton School a charter school?
No, Grafton School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grafton School a Title I school?
No, Grafton School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grafton School?
75.0% of students at Grafton School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Low (83/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 12
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Stearns County
- Phone
- (320) 252-8427
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Benton-Stearns Education District- District Enrollment
- 163
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $76,042
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