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Lake Ripley Elementary

Elementary School · LITCHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

100 W PLEASURE DR, Litchfield, MN 55355

Enrollment

575

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,423 of 1,992

In Litchfield

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

LITCHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Lake Ripley Elementary

5.4/10

Elementary School in Litchfield · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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About Lake Ripley Elementary

Lake Ripley Elementary is a public elementary school in Litchfield, MN, part of LITCHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lake Ripley Elementary serves approximately 575 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Ripley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,423 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Lake Ripley Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below MN schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,463
Chronic Absenteeism13.2%

Lake Ripley Elementary — Students at Lake Ripley Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
56%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
59%
ELA
41%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Lake Ripley Elementary Compares

See how Lake Ripley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
29th percentile in MN
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

Location

100 W PLEASURE DR, Litchfield, MN 55355

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake Ripley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DASSEL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Dassel), which scores notably higher. Another option is WATKINS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Eden Valley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EDEN VALLEY ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Eden Valley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Litchfield, see our Litchfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.2 mi
School Distance Rating
SCHOOL OF ST PHILIP Litchfield 1.1 mi 6.4
Litchfield Early Childhood Special Litchfield 1.3 mi 3.8
Litchfield Middle School Litchfield 1.5 mi 7.4
LITCHFIELD SENIOR HIGH Litchfield 1.6 mi 8.2
LITCHFIELD AREA LEARNING PROGRAM Litchfield 1.6 mi
WINGS ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Litchfield 1.5 mi
A.C.G.C. SECONDARY Grove City 7.8 mi 7.2
ACGC ELEMENTARY GRADES 5 AND 6 Grove City 7.8 mi 5.2
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hutchinson 13.8 mi 2.4
EDEN VALLEY SECONDARY Eden Valley 14.6 mi 6.6
EDEN VALLEY ELEMENTARY Eden Valley 14.8 mi 7.6
DASSEL ELEMENTARY Dassel 11.1 mi 8.8
WATKINS ELEMENTARY Eden Valley 14.9 mi 7.9
RIVERVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grove City 13.1 mi
SWWC ELC - Cosmos Cosmos 14.6 mi 5.8
A.C.G.C. ELEMENTARY Atwater 12.3 mi 6.9
NORTHWOODS SDA ELEMENTARY Hutchinson 16.4 mi 5.9
MAPLEWOOD ACADEMY Hutchinson 16.6 mi 8.6
HUTCHINSON SENIOR HIGH Hutchinson 17.2 mi 6.1
CROW RIVER AREA LEARNING CENTER Hutchinson 17.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55355 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,878

Median Home Value

$210,200

Median Rent

$929/mo

Population

9,629

College Educated

22.1%

Homeownership

75.5%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

44.5

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BRAHAM ELEMENTARY Braham, MN 5.4
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MINNEHAHA ELEMENTARY Two Harbors, MN 5.4
MORRIS BYE ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids, MN 5.4
Minnesota Virtual Academy Elementar Houston, MN 5.4
Monroe Elementary School - MSE Brooklyn Park, MN 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake Ripley Elementary

What grades does Lake Ripley Elementary serve?

Lake Ripley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Lake Ripley Elementary?

Lake Ripley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 575 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Ripley Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Ripley Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake Ripley Elementary rank in MN?

Lake Ripley Elementary ranks #1,423 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Lake Ripley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake Ripley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Lake Ripley Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Ripley Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lake Ripley Elementary a charter school?

No, Lake Ripley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lake Ripley Elementary a Title I school?

No, Lake Ripley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Ripley Elementary?

53.4% of students at Lake Ripley 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Meeker County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

District

LITCHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,562
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,463
District Rank
#3 of 4

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