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#1833 of 1,992 schools in MN

Little Canada Elementary

Elementary School · ROSEVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

400 ELI RD, Little Canada, MN 55117

Enrollment

634

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,833 of 1,992

In Little Canada

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#9 of 12

ROSEVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Little Canada Elementary

4.2/10

Elementary School in Little Canada · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St John School of Little Canada

7.3/10

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3.4/10

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About Little Canada Elementary

Little Canada Elementary is a public elementary school in Little Canada, MN, part of ROSEVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Little Canada Elementary serves approximately 634 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Canada Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,833 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Little Canada Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,619
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

Little Canada Elementary — Students at Little Canada Elementary score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 44.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.3% (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
67%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
36%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Little Canada Elementary Compares

See how Little Canada Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
8th percentile in MN
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

400 ELI RD, Little Canada, MN 55117

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Little Canada Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MINNESOTA WALDORF (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Maplewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Community School of Excellence Elem (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Saint Paul), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Roseville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Little Canada, see our Little Canada schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOHN SCHOOL OF LITTLE CANADA Little Canada 0.3 mi 7.3
AFSA Elementary Little Canada 0.5 mi 3.4
ROSEVILLE AREA MIDDLE Little Canada 1.1 mi 5.9
MINNESOTA WALDORF Maplewood 1.5 mi 8.6
NORTH HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Roseville 1.2 mi 4.8
EAST VIEW ACADEMY Little Canada 1.4 mi 5.7
Quora Secondary School Little Canada 1.4 mi 5.8
AFSA HIGH SCHOOL Vadnais Heights 1.6 mi 6.4
EDGERTON ELEMENTARY Maplewood 1.7 mi 5.6
Harambee Elementary School Maplewood 1.6 mi 3.8
ST JEROME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Maplewood 1.9 mi 6.3
VADNAIS HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake 2.0 mi 6.9
HAND IN HAND CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI Roseville 2.1 mi 8.7
Mississippi Creative Arts Elem Saint Paul 2.5 mi 5.9
WELS North Vadnais Heights 2.2 mi
CENTRAL PARK ELEMENTARY Roseville 2.1 mi 4.0
WHITE BEAR MONTESSORI White Bear Lake 2.4 mi 7.5
CONCORDIA ACADEMY Roseville 2.2 mi 5.8
Community School of Excellence Elem Saint Paul 2.7 mi 8.2
KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Roseville 2.3 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,784

Median Home Value

$262,700

Median Rent

$1,178/mo

Population

44,095

College Educated

32.7%

Homeownership

61.3%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

15.5%

Median Age

32.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Little Canada Elementary

What grades does Little Canada Elementary serve?

Little Canada Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Little Canada Elementary?

Little Canada Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 634 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Canada Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Little Canada Elementary is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Little Canada Elementary rank in MN?

Little Canada Elementary ranks #1,833 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Little Canada Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Little Canada Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Little Canada Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Little Canada Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Little Canada Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Little Canada Elementary a Title I school?

No, Little Canada Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Little Canada Elementary?

56.8% of students at Little Canada 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
634
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ramsey County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

District

ROSEVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
7,355
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,619
District Rank
#9 of 12

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