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#129 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 6% in state

St. Clair Elementary

Elementary School · ST. CLAIR PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

PO BOX 99 121 MAIN ST WEST, Saint Clair, MN 56080

Enrollment

413

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#129 of 1,992

In Saint Clair

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

ST. CLAIR PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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St. Clair Elementary

8.4/10

Elementary School in Saint Clair · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St. Clair Elementary

St. Clair Elementary is a public elementary school in Saint Clair, MN, part of ST. CLAIR PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT.

St. Clair Elementary serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. St.

Clair Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #129 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for St. Clair Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.0 pts above MN schools
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

St. Clair Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,102
Chronic Absenteeism6.5%

St. Clair Elementary — Students at St. Clair Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 67.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.7% (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
82%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
79%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
79%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
68%
ELA
67%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How St. Clair Elementary Compares

See how St. Clair Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
94th percentile in MN
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.5%

Location

PO BOX 99 121 MAIN ST WEST, Saint Clair, MN 56080

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Clair Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY (rated 9.2/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Mankato), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Mankato), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JANESVILLE-WALDORF-PEMBERTON EL.EM. (rated 7.6/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Janesville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Saint Clair, see our Saint Clair schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ST. CLAIR SECONDARY Saint Clair 0.0 mi 4.9
EAGLE LAKE ELEMENTARY Eagle Lake 5.7 mi 7.5
Prairie Winds Middle School Mankato 6.4 mi 5.5
Mankato Schools Center for Learning Mankato 6.9 mi
MANKATO EAST SENIOR HIGH Mankato 7.3 mi 6.6
KENNEDY ELEMENTARY Mankato 7.4 mi 6.5
Rosa Parks Elementary Mankato 7.1 mi 5.3
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Mankato 8.2 mi 5.3
LOYOLA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mankato 9.0 mi 8.3
JANESVILLE-WALDORF-PEMBERTON EL.EM. Janesville 8.0 mi 7.6
JANESVILLE-WALDORF-PEMBERTON SEC Janesville 8.0 mi 7.1
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Janesville 8.0 mi 5.4
Kato Public Charter School Mankato 8.9 mi 4.1
FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY Mankato 9.2 mi 9.2
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Mankato 8.8 mi 8.9
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mankato 9.2 mi 6.9
Prairie Care Mankato Mankato 9.2 mi
Central High Area Learning Center Mankato 9.1 mi 5.7
CENTRAL FREEDOM SCHOOL Mankato 9.1 mi
Central Middle School ALC Mankato 9.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56080 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,750

Median Home Value

$199,200

Population

759

College Educated

30.6%

Homeownership

87.7%

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

40.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BARNUM ELEMENTARY Barnum, MN 8.4
CANBY ELEMENTARY Canby, MN 8.4
EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids, MN 8.4
HORACE MANN SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN 8.4
Nova Classical Academy Lower School Saint Paul, MN 8.4
PIKE LAKE ELEMENTARY Duluth, MN 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. Clair Elementary

What grades does St. Clair Elementary serve?

St. Clair Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend St. Clair Elementary?

St. Clair Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Clair Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at St. Clair Elementary is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St. Clair Elementary rank in MN?

St. Clair Elementary ranks #129 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is St. Clair Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

St. Clair Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 St. Clair Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Clair Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is St. Clair Elementary a charter school?

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

Is St. Clair Elementary a Title I school?

No, St. Clair Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Clair Elementary?

24.2% of students at St. Clair 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
24.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Blue Earth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.5%

District

ST. CLAIR PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
820
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,102
District Rank
#1 of 2

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