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#130 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 7% in state

St. Michael Elementary

Elementary School · St. Michael-Albertville Schools

101 CENTRAL AVE W, Saint Michael, MN 55376

Enrollment

591

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

8.4

Grades

1st – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#130 of 1,992

In Saint Michael

#1 of 7

public schools

In district

#1 of 9

St. Michael-Albertville Schools

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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St. Michael Elementary

8.4/10

Elementary School in Saint Michael · grades 1st – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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About St. Michael Elementary

St. Michael Elementary is a public elementary school in Saint Michael, MN, part of St. Michael-Albertville Schools.

St. Michael Elementary serves approximately 591 students, and covers grades 1st-4th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. St.

Michael Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #130 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for St. Michael Elementary show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency73% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+16.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,138
Chronic Absenteeism13.4%

St. Michael Elementary — Students at St. Michael Elementary score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 84.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
85%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
88%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
91%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
85%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
84%
ELA
71%
2021*
Math
84%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
78%
ELA
68%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How St. Michael Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
94th percentile in MN
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.4%

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

101 CENTRAL AVE W, Saint Michael, MN 55376

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Michael Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prairie View Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Otsego), with a very similar rating. Another option is FIELDSTONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HANOVER ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Hanover), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Saint Michael, see our Saint Michael schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
KNIGHTS ACADEMY Saint Michael 0.2 mi 6.1
STMA Online - Secondary Saint Michael 0.2 mi 5.1
Wings Transition Program Saint Michael 0.2 mi
ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Saint Michael 0.2 mi 5.3
St. Michael-Albertville Middle West Albertville 1.1 mi 6.6
ALBERTVILLE PRIMARY Albertville 1.6 mi 5.6
FIELDSTONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Michael 1.8 mi 8.3
ST. MICHAEL-ALBERTVILLE SENIOR HIGH Saint Michael 2.1 mi 7.2
ST. MICHAEL-ALBERTVILLE MIDDLE EAST Saint Michael 2.4 mi 6.8
Kaleidoscope Charter Elementary Sch Otsego 3.5 mi 4.1
Kaleidoscope Charter High School Otsego 3.5 mi 6.8
Kaleidoscope Middle School Otsego 3.5 mi 3.3
HANOVER ELEMENTARY Hanover 3.6 mi 7.9
BIG WOODS ELEMENTARY Saint Michael 2.7 mi 7.8
Prairie View Elementary School Otsego 4.4 mi 8.5
Prairie View Middle School Otsego 4.5 mi 6.8
SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Greenfield 5.5 mi 6.1
HASSAN ELEMENTARY Rogers 4.5 mi 7.8
LAKESIDE ACADEMY Buffalo 5.7 mi
SWMetro Lakeside Academy Shakopee 5.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55376 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$130,917

Median Home Value

$364,600

Median Rent

$2,038/mo

Population

19,317

College Educated

44.3%

Homeownership

91.9%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

37.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. Michael Elementary

What grades does St. Michael Elementary serve?

St. Michael Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 4th.

How many students attend St. Michael Elementary?

St. Michael Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 591 students.

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

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

How does St. Michael Elementary rank in MN?

St. Michael Elementary ranks #130 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is St. Michael Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

St. Michael 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. Michael Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Michael Elementary has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is St. Michael Elementary a charter school?

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

Is St. Michael Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

22.0% of students at St. Michael 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
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 4th
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wright County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.4%

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