Very Good
#392 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 20% in state
Based on limited data
South Elementary School
Elementary School · ST. PETER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1405 S 7TH ST, Saint Peter, MN 56082
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MN statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#392 of 1,992
In Saint Peter
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
ST. PETER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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South Elementary School
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About South Elementary School
South Elementary School is a public elementary school in Saint Peter, MN, part of ST. PETER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. South Elementary School serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
South Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #392 of 1,992 schools in MN. Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How South Elementary School Compares
See how South Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1405 S 7TH ST, Saint Peter, MN 56082
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY (rated 9.2/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Mankato), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Cleveland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRIDGES COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby North Mankato), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Saint Peter, see our Saint Peter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oshawa Learning Academy Saint Peter | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST PETER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saint Peter | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| St. Peter Middle School Saint Peter | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| ST. PETER ECSE Saint Peter | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| JOHN IRELAND SCHOOL Saint Peter | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| St. Peter High School Saint Peter | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| North Elementary School Saint Peter | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Minnesota Valley School Saint Peter | 1.9 mi | — |
| MN VALLEY ED. DIST. EARLY CHILDHOOD Saint Peter | 1.9 mi | — |
| Minnesota River School Saint Peter | 1.9 mi | — |
| ROCK BEND HS ALC Saint Peter | 1.9 mi | — |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mankato | 9.0 mi | 7.5 |
| LOYOLA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mankato | 9.3 mi | 8.3 |
| CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY Cleveland | 6.8 mi | 8.8 |
| CLEVELAND SECONDARY Cleveland | 6.8 mi | 7.0 |
| CONCORDIA CLASSICAL ACADEMY North Mankato | 9.2 mi | 3.9 |
| FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY Mankato | 9.8 mi | 9.2 |
| MONROE ELEMENTARY North Mankato | 10.0 mi | 5.5 |
| BRIDGES COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY North Mankato | 10.0 mi | 8.3 |
| ZIEBARTH ALTERNATIVE LEARNING Le Sueur | 9.8 mi | 4.9 |
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 |
|---|---|
| CHURCHILL ELEMENTARY Cloquet, MN | 7.5 |
| EAGLE LAKE ELEMENTARY Eagle Lake, MN | 7.5 |
| Lake Nokomis Keewaydin Elementary Minneapolis, MN | 7.5 |
| MADELIA ELEMENTARY Madelia, MN | 7.5 |
| NICOLLET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nicollet, MN | 7.5 |
| NORTH SHORE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Duluth, MN | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Elementary School
What grades does South Elementary School serve?
South Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at South Elementary School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Elementary School rank in MN?
South Elementary School ranks #392 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is South Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
South Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is South Elementary School a charter school?
No, South Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Elementary School a Title I school?
No, South Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Elementary School?
46.1% of students at South 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 1st
- Enrollment
- 271
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Nicollet County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.3%
- Phone
- (507) 934-2754
Resources & Links
District
ST. PETER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,105
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,513
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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