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Lismore Colony Elementary
Elementary School · CLINTON-GRACEVILLE-BEARDSLEY
BOX 361, Clinton, MN 56225
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
11:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
11:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Lismore Colony Elementary
Lismore Colony Elementary is a public elementary school in Clinton, MN, part of the CLINTON-GRACEVILLE-BEARDSLEY. The school serves approximately 22 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Students demonstrate 37% proficiency in math and 76% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $68,750, where 21% 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 22 students, Lismore Colony 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.
Located in a rural area, Lismore Colony 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
- 22 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Address
- BOX 361, Clinton, MN 56225
- Phone
- (320) 325-5282
- 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
↓ 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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 49.5% (2019) to 30% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 90% (2019) to 69.5% (2022).
Location
BOX 361, Clinton, MN 56225
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lismore Colony Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Big Stone City Elementary - 01 (rated 9.3/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Big Stone City). Another option is Milbank Elementary - 03 (rated 9.2/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Milbank). Additionally, KNOLL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Ortonville). For more schools in Clinton, see our Clinton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lismore Colony Senior High School Clinton | 0.0 mi | — |
| Pre-K - 5th Grade Building Clinton | 7.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Big Stone Colony Elementary Clinton | 9.0 mi | — |
| Big Stone Colony High School Clinton | 9.0 mi | — |
| Big Stone City Elementary - 01 Big Stone City | 10.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Big Stone City Middle School - 03 Big Stone City | 10.4 mi | — |
| ORTONVILLE SECONDARY Ortonville | 10.4 mi | 7.0 |
| KNOLL ELEMENTARY Ortonville | 10.4 mi | 8.6 |
| ST LAWRENCE SCHOOL Milbank | 14.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Milbank Elementary - 03 Milbank | 14.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Milbank High School - 01 Milbank | 14.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Milbank Middle School - 02 Milbank | 14.3 mi | 5.8 |
| 6-12th Grade Building Graceville | 12.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Wilmot Elementary - 02 Wilmot | 13.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Wilmot High School - 01 Wilmot | 13.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Wilmot Middle School - 03 Wilmot | 13.3 mi | 3.2 |
| BROWNS VALLEY ELEMENTARY Browns Valley | 16.8 mi | 3.7 |
| BROWNS VALLEY MIDDLE Browns Valley | 16.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Blue Sky Colony - 04 Revillo | 22.6 mi | — |
| WHEATON SECONDARY Wheaton | 26.5 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,750
Median Home Value
$107,000
Median Rent
$700/mo
Population
733
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
80.7%
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Median Age
55.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Lismore Colony Elementary has a median household income of $68,750. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $107,000, with a median rent of $700/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Detroit Lakes, MN | — |
| Big Lake Online K-5 Big Lake, MN | — |
| Big Stone Colony Elementary Clinton, MN | — |
| CVA PASCAL Elementary School (K-5) Minneapolis, MN | — |
| Cambridge-Isanti OLL Elementary K-5 Cambridge, MN | — |
| Cologne Academy Online Cologne, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lismore Colony Elementary
What grades does Lismore Colony Elementary serve?
Lismore Colony Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Lismore Colony Elementary?
Lismore Colony Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 22 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lismore Colony Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lismore Colony Elementary is 11:1. 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 Lismore Colony Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lismore Colony Elementary has 36.5% math proficiency and 76.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Lismore Colony Elementary a charter school?
No, Lismore Colony Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lismore Colony Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lismore Colony Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lismore Colony Elementary?
100.0% of students at Lismore Colony 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
- County Safety
- Elevated (1,165/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 22
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Big Stone County
- Phone
- (320) 325-5282
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
CLINTON-GRACEVILLE-BEARDSLEY- District Enrollment
- 328
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,282
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