Excellent
#179 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 9% in state
Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem
Elementary School · ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
2435 20TH ST SE, Rochester, MN 55904
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#179 of 1,992
In Rochester
#2 of 38
public schools
In district
#2 of 34
ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem
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About Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem
Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem is a public elementary school in Rochester, MN, part of ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #179 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 5.9
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem — Students at Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 8.3/10.
How Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem Compares
See how Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2435 20TH ST SE, Rochester, MN 55904
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RPS Online Elementary School (rated 7.9/10), with a very similar rating. Another option is Montessori at Franklin Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Lincoln K-8 District-Wide School (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RPS Online Elementary School Rochester | 0.0 mi | 7.9 |
| RPS Online Middle School Rochester | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| RPS Online High School Rochester | 0.0 mi | 3.2 |
| PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY Rochester | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| WILLOW CREEK MIDDLE Rochester | 0.9 mi | 2.5 |
| Mayo Senior High Rochester | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY Rochester | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Montessori at Franklin Elementary Rochester | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Lincoln K-8 District-Wide School Rochester | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Rochester Phoenix Academy Rochester | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| CARE & TREATMENT HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND Rochester | 1.3 mi | — |
| Care & Treatment at ESC Rochester | 1.3 mi | — |
| Rosa Parks Charter High School Rochester | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Southeast Regional Crisis Center Rochester | 1.9 mi | — |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rochester | 1.8 mi | — |
| ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Rochester | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| ROCHESTER PENTECOSTAL SCHOOL Rochester | 1.9 mi | — |
| RIVERSIDE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Rochester | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Rochester Academy-Idp Living(RAIL) Rochester | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Middle School Right Fit Rochester | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,434
Median Home Value
$237,200
Median Rent
$1,253/mo
Population
29,682
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
16.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
35.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem
What grades does Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem serve?
Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem?
Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem?
The student-teacher ratio at Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem rank in MN?
Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem ranks #179 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem's MySchoolScout rating?
Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem a charter school?
No, Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem a Title I school?
No, Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem?
42.2% of students at Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 334
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Olmsted County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.0%
- Phone
- (507) 328-3600
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 17,342
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,804
- District Rank
- #2 of 34
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