Below Average
#1649 of 1,992 schools in MN
Karner Blue Education Center
School · NORTHEAST METRO 916
3764 95TH AVE NE, Circle Pines, MN 55014
Enrollment
102
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Enrollment
102
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,649 of 1,992
In Circle Pines
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
NORTHEAST METRO 916
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Karner Blue Education Center
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About Karner Blue Education Center
Karner Blue Education Center is a public school in Circle Pines, MN, part of NORTHEAST METRO 916. Karner Blue Education Center serves approximately 102 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-9th, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Karner Blue Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,649 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Karner Blue Education Center show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 102 students, Karner Blue Education Center 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 3.5:1 students to teachers, Karner Blue Education Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
34% of students at Karner Blue Education Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Karner Blue Education Center — Students at Karner Blue Education Center score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 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: 5.5/10.
How Karner Blue Education Center Compares
See how Karner Blue Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3764 95TH AVE NE, Circle Pines, MN 55014
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Karner Blue Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Sunrise Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Blaine), which scores notably higher. Another option is Turtle Lake Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Shoreview), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RICE LAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Lino Lakes), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Circle Pines, see our Circle Pines schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Willows Fridley | 1.5 mi | — |
| GOLDEN LAKE ELEMENTARY Circle Pines | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY Circle Pines | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| PROJECT SEARCH Circle Pines | 1.5 mi | — |
| CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL Circle Pines | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| CENTENNIAL AREA LEARNING CENTER Circle Pines | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Journey Circle Pines | 1.7 mi | — |
| Pinewood Elementary Mounds View | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Turtle Lake Elementary Shoreview | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Mounds View Adult Education Mounds View | 3.0 mi | — |
| MOUNDS VIEW ALC Mounds View | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Edgewood Middle School Mounds View | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Centerview Elementary Blaine | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| CENTENNIAL MIDDLE Lino Lakes | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| BLUE HERON ELEMENTARY Lino Lakes | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| IRONDALE SENIOR HIGH New Brighton | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Sunrise Elementary Blaine | 4.0 mi | 9.3 |
| SUNNYSIDE ELEMENTARY New Brighton | 3.8 mi | 7.2 |
| RICE LAKE ELEMENTARY Lino Lakes | 3.1 mi | 8.1 |
| PINES SCHOOL DAY PROGRAM Lino Lakes | 3.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,952
Median Home Value
$324,700
Median Rent
$1,553/mo
Population
28,975
College Educated
36.5%
Homeownership
84.2%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
42
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hibbing, MN | 4.8 |
| RIVER BEND EDUCATIONAL CENTER Minneapolis, MN | 4.7 |
| SWMetro Online Learning Shakopee, MN | 4.7 |
| 917 SUN Rosemount, MN | 4.5 |
| LINCOLN EDUCATION CENTER Brainerd, MN | 5.1 |
| DAKOTA RIDGE SCHOOL Apple Valley, MN | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Karner Blue Education Center
What grades does Karner Blue Education Center serve?
Karner Blue Education Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 9th.
How many students attend Karner Blue Education Center?
Karner Blue Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 102 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Karner Blue Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Karner Blue Education Center is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Karner Blue Education Center rank in MN?
Karner Blue Education Center ranks #1,649 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Karner Blue Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Karner Blue Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Karner Blue Education Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Karner Blue Education Center has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is Karner Blue Education Center a charter school?
No, Karner Blue Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Karner Blue Education Center a Title I school?
No, Karner Blue Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Karner Blue Education Center?
56.9% of students at Karner Blue Education 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 9th
- Enrollment
- 102
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.9%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Anoka County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.3%
- Phone
- (651) 415-6201
Resources & Links
District
NORTHEAST METRO 916- District Enrollment
- 830
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $80,071
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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