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River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob

School · Anoka-Hennepin School District

1700 COON RAPIDS BLVD NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433

Enrollment

165

Student-Teacher

2.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,498 of 1,992

In Coon Rapids

#11 of 14

public schools

In district

#39 of 44

Anoka-Hennepin School District

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob

5.2/10

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About River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob

River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob is a public school in Coon Rapids, MN, part of Anoka-Hennepin School District. River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob serves approximately 165 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 2.2:1 student-teacher ratio. River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,498 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 165 students, River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 2.2:1 students to teachers, River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics2.0Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
College Readiness4.9Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate30%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio2.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,130
Chronic Absenteeism64.2%

River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob — Students at River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 8.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 15.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2010
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2011
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2012
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2013
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2014
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
15%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
24.5%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
17%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob Compares

See how River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
25th percentile in MN
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
2:1 student-teacher ratio
76 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
64.2%

Location

1700 COON RAPIDS BLVD NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob may also want to explore other schools in the area. EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hoover Elementary BioMed Sci Egng (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MISSISSIPPI ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Coon Rapids, see our Coon Rapids schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
EPIPHANY SCHOOL Coon Rapids 1.1 mi 7.4
HAMILTON ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids 1.1 mi 6.3
Hoover Elementary BioMed Sci Egng Coon Rapids 1.3 mi 8.3
NORTHWEST PASSAGE HIGH SCHOOL Coon Rapids 1.5 mi 5.4
COMPASS-BELL CENTER Coon Rapids 1.9 mi
Compass Online Coon Rapids 1.9 mi
COON RAPIDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Coon Rapids 1.9 mi 5.3
ADAMS ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids 1.8 mi 5.1
Athlos Leadership Academy Brooklyn Park 1.7 mi 7.3
Coon Rapids High School Coon Rapids 2.0 mi 6.4
MISSISSIPPI ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids 1.6 mi 8.3
Paladin Career and Tech High School Coon Rapids 1.6 mi 4.7
Pathways Coon Rapids 1.9 mi 4.2
CROSS OF CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Coon Rapids 1.8 mi 7.3
WOODLAND ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park 2.3 mi 6.2
MORRIS BYE ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids 2.6 mi 5.4
SAND CREEK ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids 2.7 mi 7.6
JACKSON MIDDLE Champlin 2.1 mi 7.1
NORTHDALE MIDDLE Coon Rapids 2.4 mi 7.1
EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids 2.3 mi 8.4

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob

What grades does River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob serve?

River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob?

River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob has an enrollment of approximately 165 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob?

The student-teacher ratio at River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob is 2.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob rank in MN?

River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob ranks #1,498 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob's MySchoolScout rating?

River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob?

Based on loaded state assessment records, River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob a charter school?

No, River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob a Title I school?

No, River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob?

58.2% of students at River Trail Learning Ctr @ Lo Jacob 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
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
165
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
76
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.2%
Type
special_ed
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Anoka County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
64.2%
4-Year Graduation
30.0%

District

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

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