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Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center

School · MONTEVIDEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

2000 BLACK OAK AVE, Montevideo, MN 56265

Enrollment

33

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Updated 2022-23

About Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center

Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center is a public school in Montevideo, MN, part of the MONTEVIDEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 33 students in grades Pre-K – Pre-K with a student-teacher ratio of 16.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $72,564, where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a remote town setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 33 students, Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center 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.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
33 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Address
2000 BLACK OAK AVE, Montevideo, MN 56265
Phone
(320) 269-5026
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center Compares

See how Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Academic
6.3/10
6.3/10
Environment
5.3/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
2 teachers

Location

2000 BLACK OAK AVE, Montevideo, MN 56265

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. BERT RANEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Granite Falls). Another option is STEVENS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 17.4 miles away, in nearby Dawson). Additionally, RAMSEY ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away). For more schools in Montevideo, see our Montevideo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 26.5 mi
School Distance Rating
MN River Valley ALC-Seatbased Montevideo 0.3 mi 6.3
SWWC ELC - Montevideo Montevideo 0.4 mi
Sanford Elementary School Montevideo 0.6 mi 6.5
MONTEVIDEO MIDDLE Montevideo 0.6 mi 6.2
MONTEVIDEO SENIOR HIGH Montevideo 0.7 mi 5.8
RAMSEY ELEMENTARY Montevideo 1.1 mi 7.6
BERT RANEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Granite Falls 12.2 mi 8.0
Yellow Medicine East Secondary Granite Falls 12.3 mi 5.1
LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Cottonwood 22.6 mi 7.4
LAKEVIEW SECONDARY Cottonwood 22.6 mi 6.6
MACCRAY Secondary Clara City 16.1 mi 5.5
MACCRAY Elementary Clara City 16.1 mi 7.5
DAWSON-BOYD SECONDARY Dawson 17.4 mi 5.1
STEVENS ELEMENTARY Dawson 17.4 mi 8.0
LAC QUI PARLE VALLEY SECONDARY Madison 19.4 mi 5.3
LAC QUI PARLE VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Madison 19.4 mi 6.9
NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY Benson 26.1 mi 6.4
BENSON SECONDARY Benson 26.2 mi 6.2
BENSON AREA LEARNING CENTER Benson 26.2 mi
Heartland Girls Ranch Benson 26.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56265 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,564

Median Home Value

$159,000

Median Rent

$835/mo

Population

7,433

College Educated

21.4%

Homeownership

70.5%

Avg Commute

17.8 min

Poverty Rate

15%

Median Age

42.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center has a median household income of $72,564. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $159,000, with a median rent of $835/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.0%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center

What grades does Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center serve?

Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.

How many students attend Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center?

Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

Is Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center a charter school?

No, Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center a Title I school?

No, Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center?

63.6% of students at Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center 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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Neighborhood Context

County Safety
Low (8/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Chippewa County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

MONTEVIDEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,396
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,615

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