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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
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Heartland Elementary
Elementary School in Lake Benton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Heartland Elementary
Heartland Elementary is a public elementary school in Lake Benton, MN, part of PIPESTONE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT. Heartland Elementary serves approximately 11 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Heartland Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 11 students, Heartland 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.
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, Heartland Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Heartland 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.
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 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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
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. LAKE BENTON ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 6.6 miles away). Another option is Lincoln Elementary - Ivanhoe (rated 8.0/10, 20.7 miles away, in nearby Ivanhoe). Additionally, Pipestone Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Pipestone). 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 | 8.5 |
| LAKE BENTON SECONDARY Lake Benton | 6.6 mi | — |
| SWWC ELC - Pipestone Pipestone | 10.3 mi | — |
| RTR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tyler | 9.8 mi | 5.1 |
| RTR Secondary School Tyler | 9.8 mi | 8.1 |
| SWWC ALC - Pipestone Pipestone | 12.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Pipestone Elementary Pipestone | 12.1 mi | 6.4 |
| PIPESTONE SENIOR HIGH Pipestone | 12.1 mi | 5.6 |
| PIPESTONE MIDDLE Pipestone | 12.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Elkton Elementary - 02 Elkton | 11.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Elkton High School - 01 Elkton | 11.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Elkton Jr. High - 03 Elkton | 11.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Pleasant Valley Colony Elementary - 06 Flandreau | 12.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 Elkton | 15.4 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary - Ivanhoe Ivanhoe | 20.7 mi | 8.0 |
| EDGERTON ELEMENTARY Edgerton | 21.1 mi | 6.3 |
| EDGERTON SECONDARY Edgerton | 21.1 mi | 7.0 |
| 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
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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 loaded state assessment records, Heartland Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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
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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
Resources & Links
District
PIPESTONE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,087
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,158
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