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#1350 of 1,992 schools in MN
Sauk Centre Elementary
Elementary School · SAUK CENTRE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
903 STATE RD, Sauk Centre, MN 56378
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,350 of 1,992
In Sauk Centre
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
SAUK CENTRE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Sauk Centre Elementary
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About Sauk Centre Elementary
Sauk Centre Elementary is a public elementary school in Sauk Centre, MN, part of SAUK CENTRE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sauk Centre Elementary serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sauk Centre Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,350 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Sauk Centre Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Sauk Centre Elementary — Students at Sauk Centre Elementary score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.3/10.
How Sauk Centre Elementary Compares
See how Sauk Centre Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
903 STATE RD, Sauk Centre, MN 56378
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sauk Centre Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MELROSE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Melrose), which scores notably higher. Another option is OSAKIS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Osakis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY OF MT. CARMEL SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Long Prairie), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sauk Centre, see our Sauk Centre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAUK CENTRE SECONDARY Sauk Centre | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Sauk Centre Middle Sauk Centre | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Sauk Centre | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| MONTESSORI OF MELROSE Melrose | 6.9 mi | — |
| WEST CENTRAL AREA LEARNING CENTER Melrose | 7.3 mi | — |
| BEACON PROGRAM W CENTRAL ED. DIST. Melrose | 7.3 mi | — |
| WEST CENTRAL EDUCATION DISTRICT B-2 Melrose | 7.3 mi | — |
| MELROSE ELEMENTARY Melrose | 7.3 mi | 8.2 |
| MELROSE SECONDARY Melrose | 7.4 mi | 7.6 |
| MELROSE MIDDLE Melrose | 7.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Melrose | 7.7 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JOHNS-ST ANDREWS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenwald | 9.7 mi | 5.3 |
| OSAKIS ELEMENTARY Osakis | 13.7 mi | 7.4 |
| OSAKIS SECONDARY Osakis | 13.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Long Prairie-Grey Eagle Elementary Long Prairie | 17.0 mi | 4.6 |
| ST AGNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Osakis | 14.1 mi | 4.5 |
| ST MARY OF MT. CARMEL SCHOOL Long Prairie | 17.3 mi | 7.1 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Freeport | 13.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Long Prairie-Grey Eagle Secondary Long Prairie | 17.9 mi | 4.4 |
| BELGRADE-BROOTEN-ELROSA SEC. Belgrade | 19.8 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56378 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,953
Median Home Value
$239,000
Median Rent
$780/mo
Population
8,433
College Educated
19.1%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBERTVILLE PRIMARY Albertville, MN | 5.6 |
| EDGERTON ELEMENTARY Maplewood, MN | 5.6 |
| HILLSIDE ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove, MN | 5.6 |
| L.H. TANGLEN ELEMENTARY Minnetonka, MN | 5.6 |
| SALEM HILLS ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights, MN | 5.6 |
| WADENA-DEER CREEK ELEMENTARY Wadena, MN | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sauk Centre Elementary
What grades does Sauk Centre Elementary serve?
Sauk Centre Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Sauk Centre Elementary?
Sauk Centre Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sauk Centre Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sauk Centre Elementary is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sauk Centre Elementary rank in MN?
Sauk Centre Elementary ranks #1,350 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Sauk Centre Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sauk Centre Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Sauk Centre Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sauk Centre Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sauk Centre Elementary a charter school?
No, Sauk Centre Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sauk Centre Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sauk Centre Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sauk Centre Elementary?
45.2% of students at Sauk Centre 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 378
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Stearns County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.2%
- Phone
- (320) 352-6521
Resources & Links
District
SAUK CENTRE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,130
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,632
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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