Needs Improvement
#1928 of 1,992 schools in MN
Hastings Early Child Special Ed.
School · HASTINGS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1000 11TH ST W, Hastings, MN 55033
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MN statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
26.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
26.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,928 of 1,992
In Hastings
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
HASTINGS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Hastings Early Child Special Ed.
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About Hastings Early Child Special Ed.
Hastings Early Child Special Ed. is a public school in Hastings, MN, part of HASTINGS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Hastings Early Child Special Ed. serves approximately 105 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 26.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Hastings Early Child Special Ed. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,928 of 1,992 schools in MN.
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 105 students, Hastings Early Child Special Ed. 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.
Hastings Early Child Special Ed. runs 26.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Hastings Early Child Special Ed. Compares
See how Hastings Early Child Special Ed. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1000 11TH ST W, Hastings, MN 55033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hastings Early Child Special Ed. may also want to explore other schools in the area. Prescott 4K (rated 3.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Prescott), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed (rated 3.5/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Cottage Grove), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hastings, see our Hastings schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STAARS Hastings | 0.0 mi | — |
| HASTINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hastings | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| PINECREST ELEMENTARY Hastings | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL Hastings | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| KENNEDY ELEMENTARY Hastings | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| CHRISTA MCAULIFFE ELEMENTARY Hastings | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| 917 Riverside School Hastings | 1.1 mi | — |
| 917 New Chance Hastings | 1.1 mi | — |
| HASTINGS HIGH SCHOOL Hastings | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| HASTINGS ALTERNATIVE CENTER Hastings | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| PINE HARBOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hastings | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ST JOSEPH PARISH SCHOOL Prescott | 3.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Malone Elementary Prescott | 3.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Prescott 4K Prescott | 3.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Prescott Middle Prescott | 3.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Prescott High Prescott | 4.4 mi | 5.7 |
| South Washington Alternative HS Cottage Grove | 6.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed Cottage Grove | 6.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Access Cottage Grove | 6.2 mi | — |
| ARMSTRONG ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove | 6.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,026
Median Home Value
$335,800
Median Rent
$1,174/mo
Population
29,241
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
41.9
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hastings Early Child Special Ed.
What grades does Hastings Early Child Special Ed. serve?
Hastings Early Child Special Ed. serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Hastings Early Child Special Ed.?
Hastings Early Child Special Ed. has an enrollment of approximately 105 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hastings Early Child Special Ed.?
The student-teacher ratio at Hastings Early Child Special Ed. is 26.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hastings Early Child Special Ed. rank in MN?
Hastings Early Child Special Ed. ranks #1,928 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Hastings Early Child Special Ed.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Hastings Early Child Special Ed. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hastings Early Child Special Ed. a charter school?
No, Hastings Early Child Special Ed. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hastings Early Child Special Ed. a Title I school?
No, Hastings Early Child Special Ed. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hastings Early Child Special Ed.?
41.0% of students at Hastings Early Child Special Ed. 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 105
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Dakota County
- Phone
- (651) 480-7000
Resources & Links
District
HASTINGS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,095
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,745
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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