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Heartland Elementary
Elementary School · PIPESTONE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
2171 100TH AVE, Lake Benton, MN 56149
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Heartland Elementary
Heartland Elementary is a public elementary school in Lake Benton, MN, part of the PIPESTONE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 11 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.5:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $61,389, where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 11 students, Heartland Elementary 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 5.5:1, Heartland Elementary 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, Heartland Elementary 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 11 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Address
- 2171 100TH AVE, Lake Benton, MN 56149
- Phone
- (507) 368-3250
- 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 (2021-22)
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.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022).
Location
2171 100TH AVE, Lake Benton, MN 56149
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heartland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary - Ivanhoe (rated 9.5/10, 20.7 miles away, in nearby Ivanhoe). Another option is Pipestone Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Pipestone). Additionally, LAKE BENTON ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 6.6 miles away). For more schools in Lake Benton, see our Lake Benton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE BENTON ELEMENTARY Lake Benton | 6.6 mi | 8.0 |
| LAKE BENTON SECONDARY Lake Benton | 6.6 mi | — |
| SWWC ELC - Pipestone Pipestone | 10.3 mi | — |
| RTR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tyler | 9.8 mi | 6.8 |
| RTR Secondary School Tyler | 9.8 mi | 7.7 |
| SWWC ALC - Pipestone Pipestone | 12.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Pipestone Elementary Pipestone | 12.1 mi | 8.9 |
| PIPESTONE SENIOR HIGH Pipestone | 12.1 mi | 5.7 |
| PIPESTONE MIDDLE Pipestone | 12.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Elkton Elementary - 02 Elkton | 11.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Elkton High School - 01 Elkton | 11.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Elkton Jr. High - 03 Elkton | 11.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Pleasant Valley Colony Elementary - 06 Flandreau | 12.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 Elkton | 15.4 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary - Ivanhoe Ivanhoe | 20.7 mi | 9.5 |
| EDGERTON ELEMENTARY Edgerton | 21.1 mi | 6.2 |
| EDGERTON SECONDARY Edgerton | 21.1 mi | 5.4 |
| SOUTHWEST MN CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Edgerton | 21.1 mi | 5.7 |
| FREE CHRISTIAN Edgerton | 21.2 mi | — |
| Flandreau Indian Boarding School Flandreau | 17.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56149 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,389
Median Home Value
$150,800
Median Rent
$681/mo
Population
1,205
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
80.1%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
44.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Heartland Elementary has a median household income of $61,389. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $150,800, with a median rent of $681/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.2%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A/O PROGRAM White Bear Lake, MN | — |
| ANOKA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anoka, MN | — |
| BECKS MONTESSORI ACCELERATED LEARNING CENTER Eagan, MN | — |
| BLACKBERRY SDA SCHOOL Grand Rapids, MN | — |
| Benton-Stearns Education Pioneers Sauk Rapids, MN | — |
| CATHEDRAL HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heartland Elementary
What grades does Heartland Elementary serve?
Heartland Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Heartland Elementary?
Heartland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 11 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heartland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Heartland Elementary is 5.5:1. 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 Heartland Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Heartland Elementary has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Heartland Elementary a charter school?
No, Heartland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heartland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Heartland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heartland Elementary?
72.7% of students at Heartland 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.
Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (385/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 11
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Pipestone County
- Phone
- (507) 368-3250
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
PIPESTONE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,087
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,158
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