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#137 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 7% in state

Mississippi Elementary

Elementary School · Anoka-Hennepin School District

10620 DIRECT RIVER DR, Coon Rapids, MN 55433

Enrollment

461

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#137 of 1,992

In Coon Rapids

#3 of 14

public schools

In district

#11 of 44

Anoka-Hennepin School District

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Mississippi Elementary

8.3/10

Elementary School in Coon Rapids · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Pathways

4.2/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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8.3/10

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About Mississippi Elementary

Mississippi Elementary is a public elementary school in Coon Rapids, MN, part of Anoka-Hennepin School District. Mississippi Elementary serves approximately 461 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Mississippi Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #137 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Mississippi Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+16.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,130
Chronic Absenteeism8%

Mississippi Elementary — Students at Mississippi Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.9% (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
74%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
52%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Mississippi Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
93th percentile in MN
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.0%

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

10620 DIRECT RIVER DR, Coon Rapids, MN 55433

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mississippi Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OXBOW CREEK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Champlin), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hoover Elementary BioMed Sci Egng (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Champlin/Brooklyn Pk Acd MathEnvSci (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Champlin), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Coon Rapids, see our Coon Rapids schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Pathways Coon Rapids 0.6 mi 4.2
Hoover Elementary BioMed Sci Egng Coon Rapids 0.7 mi 8.3
JACKSON MIDDLE Champlin 1.0 mi 7.1
Innovation Sci & Tech Elementary Eagan 1.1 mi 4.9
Champlin/Brooklyn Pk Acd MathEnvSci Champlin 1.1 mi 7.4
Champlin Park High School Champlin 1.2 mi 7.1
Coon Rapids High School Coon Rapids 1.4 mi 6.4
MORRIS BYE ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids 1.6 mi 5.4
COON RAPIDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Coon Rapids 1.3 mi 5.3
EPIPHANY SCHOOL Coon Rapids 1.3 mi 7.4
Athlos Leadership Academy Brooklyn Park 1.9 mi 7.3
OXBOW CREEK ELEMENTARY Champlin 1.5 mi 8.8
RIVER TRAIL LEARNING CTR @ LO JACOB Coon Rapids 1.6 mi 5.2
NORTHWEST PASSAGE HIGH SCHOOL Coon Rapids 1.8 mi 5.4
WOODLAND ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park 2.6 mi 6.2
HAMILTON ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids 2.0 mi 6.3
School #530 Brooklyn Park 2.8 mi
School #531 Brooklyn Park 2.8 mi 9.2
COMPASS-BELL CENTER Coon Rapids 2.2 mi
Compass Online Coon Rapids 2.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55433 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,213

Median Home Value

$274,500

Median Rent

$1,345/mo

Population

34,423

College Educated

22.5%

Homeownership

67.2%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

38.4

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BLOOMING PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY Blooming Prairie, MN 8.3
BRIDGEWATER ELEMENTARY Northfield, MN 8.3
Byron Intermediate School Byron, MN 8.3
FIELDSTONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Michael, MN 8.3
Hoover Elementary BioMed Sci Egng Coon Rapids, MN 8.3
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake, MN 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mississippi Elementary

What grades does Mississippi Elementary serve?

Mississippi Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Mississippi Elementary?

Mississippi Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 461 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mississippi Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Mississippi 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 Mississippi Elementary rank in MN?

Mississippi Elementary ranks #137 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Mississippi Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mississippi Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Mississippi Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mississippi Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mississippi Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Mississippi Elementary a Title I school?

No, Mississippi Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

58.8% of students at Mississippi 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
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Anoka County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.0%

District

Anoka-Hennepin School District
District Enrollment
38,631
Schools in District
51
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,130
District Rank
#11 of 44

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