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S.g. Reinertsen Elementary

Elementary School · Moorhead Area Public Schools

1201 40TH AVE S, Moorhead, MN 56560

Enrollment

687

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,335 of 1,992

In Moorhead

#7 of 10

public schools

In district

#7 of 10

Moorhead Area Public Schools

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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S.g. Reinertsen Elementary

5.6/10

Elementary School in Moorhead · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About S.g. Reinertsen Elementary

S.g. Reinertsen Elementary is a public elementary school in Moorhead, MN, part of Moorhead Area Public Schools. S.g.

Reinertsen Elementary serves approximately 687 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. S.g. Reinertsen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,335 of 1,992 schools in MN.

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

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,570
Chronic Absenteeism20.4%

S.g. Reinertsen Elementary — Students at S.g. Reinertsen Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.6% (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
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
58%
ELA
43%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How S.g. Reinertsen Elementary Compares

See how S.g. Reinertsen Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
33th percentile in MN
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

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

1201 40TH AVE S, Moorhead, MN 56560

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering S.g. Reinertsen Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EAGLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Fargo), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLARA BARTON HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Fargo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Moorhead, see our Moorhead schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
PROBSTFIELD CENTER FOR EDUCATION Moorhead 1.3 mi 5.7
Probstfield Elementary Moorhead 1.3 mi 4.0
ELLEN HOPKINS ELEMENTARY Moorhead 1.6 mi 6.9
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo 1.8 mi 4.1
CLARA BARTON HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo 2.3 mi 7.6
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moorhead 2.8 mi 7.6
EAGLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo 1.9 mi 8.1
Moorhead ALC Moorhead 2.1 mi 7.0
West Central Academy-N Moorhead 2.1 mi
MOORHEAD HIGH SCHOOL Moorhead 2.9 mi 6.7
CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI CENTER Fargo 2.1 mi
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fargo 2.6 mi 6.2
FARGO K-8 VIRTUAL ACADEMY Fargo 2.8 mi
FARGO 9-12 VIRTUAL ACADEMY Fargo 2.8 mi 3.9
PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moorhead 3.2 mi 5.0
LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo 2.6 mi 4.2
EXPLORER ACADEMY Fargo 2.6 mi
DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL Fargo 2.5 mi 7.6
West Central Academy-S Moorhead 3.6 mi 5.6
HORIZON MIDDLE SCHOOL Moorhead 2.9 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,114

Median Home Value

$248,900

Median Rent

$1,019/mo

Population

44,156

College Educated

42.2%

Homeownership

59.7%

Avg Commute

17.4 min

Poverty Rate

17.2%

Median Age

32.7

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School Rating
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GORDON BAILEY ELEMENTARY Woodbury, MN 5.6
HILLSIDE ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove, MN 5.6
KENNEDY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Saint Joseph, MN 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about S.g. Reinertsen Elementary

What grades does S.g. Reinertsen Elementary serve?

S.g. Reinertsen Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend S.g. Reinertsen Elementary?

S.g. Reinertsen Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 687 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at S.g. Reinertsen Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at S.g. Reinertsen Elementary is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does S.g. Reinertsen Elementary rank in MN?

S.g. Reinertsen Elementary ranks #1,335 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is S.g. Reinertsen Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

S.g. Reinertsen 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 S.g. Reinertsen Elementary?

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

Is S.g. Reinertsen Elementary a charter school?

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

Is S.g. Reinertsen Elementary a Title I school?

No, S.g. Reinertsen Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for S.g. Reinertsen Elementary?

38.0% of students at S.g. Reinertsen 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
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
687
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Clay County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

District

Moorhead Area Public Schools
District Enrollment
7,460
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,570
District Rank
#7 of 10

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