Excellent
#149 of 1,986 schools in MN
Top 8% in state
Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em.
Elementary School · JANESVILLE-WALDORF-PEMBERTON
PO BOX 389, Janesville, MN 56048
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Janesville
#1 of 2
public schools
Minnesota elementary schools
#142 of 962
In district
#1 of 2
JANESVILLE-WALDORF-PEMBERTON
School environment
8.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em.
Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. is a public elementary school in Janesville, MN, part of the JANESVILLE-WALDORF-PEMBERTON. The school serves approximately 324 students in grades Pre-K – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 92.5th percentile among MN schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 60% proficiency in math and 55% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $82,813, where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
Located in a rural area, Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. 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.
Score Breakdown
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Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. — Students at Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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: 8.4/10.
How Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. Compares
See how Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 62% (2019) to 57% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 57% (2019) to 57% (2022).
Location
PO BOX 389, Janesville, MN 56048
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EAGLE LAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Eagle Lake), with a very similar rating. Another option is CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Cleveland), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HARTLEY ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Waseca), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Janesville, see our Janesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JANESVILLE-WALDORF-PEMBERTON SEC Janesville | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Janesville | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ST. CLAIR ELEMENTARY Saint Clair | 8.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ST. CLAIR SECONDARY Saint Clair | 8.0 mi | 3.5 |
| WATERVILLE ELEMENTARY Waterville | 9.9 mi | 5.9 |
| WATERVILLE-ELYSIAN-MORRISTOWN SR. Waterville | 9.9 mi | 5.0 |
| EAGLE LAKE ELEMENTARY Eagle Lake | 9.4 mi | 8.5 |
| WASECA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Waseca | 9.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Waseca Senior High Waseca | 9.9 mi | 5.2 |
| WASECA JUNIOR HIGH Waseca | 9.9 mi | 3.3 |
| WASECA MIDDLE LEVEL ALC Waseca | 9.9 mi | — |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Waseca | 10.1 mi | 6.7 |
| TEAM ACADEMY Waseca | 10.2 mi | 6.6 |
| SWMetro Waseca Shakopee | 10.6 mi | — |
| SWMetro Waseca-Transitions Shakopee | 10.6 mi | — |
| Waseca Area Learning Center Waseca | 10.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Waseca Early Childhood Waseca | 10.6 mi | 5.2 |
| HARTLEY ELEMENTARY Waseca | 10.6 mi | 7.6 |
| CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY Cleveland | 15.5 mi | 8.5 |
| CLEVELAND SECONDARY Cleveland | 15.5 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56048 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,813
Median Home Value
$223,900
Median Rent
$850/mo
Population
4,203
College Educated
26.7%
Homeownership
87.4%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
39.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. has a median household income of $82,813. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $223,900, with a median rent of $850/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 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 |
|---|---|
| BERTHA ELEMENTARY Bertha, MN | 8.3 |
| CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY Fergus Falls, MN | 8.3 |
| DASSEL ELEMENTARY Dassel, MN | 8.3 |
| FOLWELL ELEMENTARY Rochester, MN | 8.3 |
| OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY Bloomington, MN | 8.3 |
| REEDE GRAY ELEMENTARY Redwood Falls, MN | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em.
What grades does Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. serve?
Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em.?
Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. has an enrollment of approximately 324 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em.?
The student-teacher ratio at Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. rank in MN?
Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. is ranked #149 out of 1,986 schools in MN.
What is Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. has 60.3% math proficiency and 55.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. a charter school?
No, Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. a Title I school?
No, Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em.?
32.4% of students at Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 324
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Waseca County
- Phone
- (507) 234-5181
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
JANESVILLE-WALDORF-PEMBERTON- District Enrollment
- 663
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,049
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
Other Schools in This District
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