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St. Francis Elementary

Elementary School · St. Francis Area Schools

22919 ST. FRANCIS BLVD, Saint Francis, MN 55070

Enrollment

635

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,238 of 1,992

In Saint Francis

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

St. Francis Area Schools

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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St. Francis Elementary

5.8/10

Elementary School in Saint Francis · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.8/10

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4.2/10

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About St. Francis Elementary

St. Francis Elementary is a public elementary school in Saint Francis, MN, part of St. Francis Area Schools.

St. Francis Elementary serves approximately 635 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St.

Francis Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,238 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for St. Francis Elementary show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,644
Chronic Absenteeism19.5%

St. Francis Elementary — Students at St. Francis Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.1% (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
85%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
78%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
61%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How St. Francis Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in MN
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

Location

22919 ST. FRANCIS BLVD, Saint Francis, MN 55070

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Francis Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brookside Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Ramsey), which scores notably higher. Another option is RUM RIVER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Andover), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RAMSEY ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Ramsey), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Francis, see our Saint Francis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.0 mi
School Distance Rating
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saint Francis 0.2 mi 4.8
St. Francis Middle Saint Francis 0.2 mi 4.2
ST FRANCIS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Saint Francis 0.2 mi 6.6
TRANSITION 15 Saint Francis 1.0 mi
Saints Online High School Saint Francis 1.0 mi 5.4
Saints Academy Saint Francis 1.0 mi 4.7
Restore Program Saint Francis 1.0 mi
Saints Online Elementary Saint Francis 1.0 mi
Saints Online Middle School Saint Francis 1.0 mi
ST. FRANCIS HIGH Saint Francis 0.8 mi 6.4
Crossroads School Anoka 1.4 mi
ECSE@ ISD 15 LIFELONG LEARNING Cedar 6.2 mi 5.3
RUM RIVER ELEMENTARY Andover 7.6 mi 8.6
East Bethel Elementary School Cedar 6.1 mi 5.1
Cedar Creek Elementary School Cedar 6.1 mi 6.4
Brookside Elementary Ramsey 8.1 mi 9.4
OAK VIEW MIDDLE Andover 9.7 mi 7.7
ISANTI MIDDLE SCHOOL Isanti 8.9 mi 5.8
RAMSEY ELEMENTARY Ramsey 10.1 mi 7.0
Star of the North Academy Charter S East Bethel 8.0 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,925

Median Home Value

$301,700

Median Rent

$1,148/mo

Population

8,403

College Educated

15.7%

Homeownership

82.3%

Avg Commute

32.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

35.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. Francis Elementary

What grades does St. Francis Elementary serve?

St. Francis Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend St. Francis Elementary?

St. Francis Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 635 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St. Francis Elementary is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St. Francis Elementary rank in MN?

St. Francis Elementary ranks #1,238 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is St. Francis Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

St. Francis Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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. Francis Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Francis Elementary has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is St. Francis Elementary a charter school?

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

Is St. Francis Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

39.1% of students at St. Francis 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
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
635
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Anoka County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

District

St. Francis Area Schools
District Enrollment
4,236
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,644
District Rank
#3 of 8

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