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Very Good

#357 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 18% in state

North Elementary School

Elementary School · ST. PETER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

815 N 9TH ST, Saint Peter, MN 56082

Enrollment

423

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

7.6

Grades

2nd – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#357 of 1,992

In Saint Peter

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

ST. PETER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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North Elementary School

7.6/10

Elementary School in Saint Peter · grades 2nd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St. Peter Middle School

5.8/10

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5.8/10

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About North Elementary School

North Elementary School is a public elementary school in Saint Peter, MN, part of ST. PETER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. North Elementary School serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades 2nd-4th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio.

North Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #357 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for North Elementary School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+20.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,513
Chronic Absenteeism0.9%

North Elementary School — Students at North Elementary School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.9% (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
79%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
75%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
75%
ELA
53%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How North Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
82th percentile in MN
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
0.9%

Location

815 N 9TH ST, Saint Peter, MN 56082

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Cleveland), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, JOHN IRELAND SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Saint Peter, see our Saint Peter schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.6 mi
School Distance Rating
St. Peter Middle School Saint Peter 0.5 mi 5.8
ST. PETER ECSE Saint Peter 0.5 mi 5.8
Minnesota Valley School Saint Peter 0.6 mi
MN VALLEY ED. DIST. EARLY CHILDHOOD Saint Peter 0.6 mi
Minnesota River School Saint Peter 0.6 mi
ROCK BEND HS ALC Saint Peter 0.6 mi
ST PETER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saint Peter 0.8 mi 5.3
JOHN IRELAND SCHOOL Saint Peter 0.7 mi 6.4
South Elementary School Saint Peter 1.4 mi 7.5
St. Peter High School Saint Peter 1.2 mi 7.2
Oshawa Learning Academy Saint Peter 1.9 mi
ZIEBARTH ALTERNATIVE LEARNING Le Sueur 8.4 mi 4.9
CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY Cleveland 6.4 mi 8.8
CLEVELAND SECONDARY Cleveland 6.4 mi 7.0
PARK ELEMENTARY Le Sueur 9.0 mi 6.3
LE SUEUR-HENDERSON HIGH SCHOOL Le Sueur 9.0 mi 7.0
LE SUEUR-HENDERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Le Sueur 9.0 mi 7.6
ST ANNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Le Sueur 9.4 mi 4.7
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mankato 10.3 mi 7.5
LOYOLA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mankato 10.6 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56082 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,332

Median Home Value

$263,500

Median Rent

$952/mo

Population

14,512

College Educated

31.6%

Homeownership

65.8%

Avg Commute

16.7 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

36.9

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BRECKENRIDGE ELEMENTARY Breckenridge, MN 7.6
CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY Eden Prairie, MN 7.6
CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY Circle Pines, MN 7.6
EDEN VALLEY ELEMENTARY Eden Valley, MN 7.6
FOLWELL ELEMENTARY Rochester, MN 7.6
JANESVILLE-WALDORF-PEMBERTON EL.EM. Janesville, MN 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Elementary School

What grades does North Elementary School serve?

North Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 4th.

How many students attend North Elementary School?

North Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at North Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Elementary School rank in MN?

North Elementary School ranks #357 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is North Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 North Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Elementary School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is North Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is North Elementary School a Title I school?

No, North Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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

46.1% of students at North Elementary School 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
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 4th
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Nicollet County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
0.9%

District

ST. PETER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,105
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,513
District Rank
#1 of 5

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