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Success East
School · SOUTHERN MN EDUCATION CONSORTIUM
21697 STATE HWY 56, Austin, MN 55912
Enrollment
17
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
17
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Success East
Success East is a public school in Austin, MN, part of the SOUTHERN MN EDUCATION CONSORTIUM. The school serves approximately 17 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $68,205, where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 17 students, Success East is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Success East may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 17 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 21697 STATE HWY 56, Austin, MN 55912
- Phone
- (507) 438-5397
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: N/A.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022).
Location
21697 STATE HWY 56, Austin, MN 55912
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Success East may also want to explore other schools in the area. HALVERSON ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Albert Lea). Another option is Lake Mills Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 16.5 miles away, in nearby Lake Mills). Additionally, ST THEODORE'S EL (rated 7.9/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Albert Lea). For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GLENVILLE EMMONS ELEMENTARY Glenville | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| GLENVILLE-EMMONS SECONDARY Glenville | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Success West Austin | 0.5 mi | — |
| HALVERSON ELEMENTARY Albert Lea | 5.5 mi | 8.8 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY Albert Lea | 6.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ST THEODORE'S EL Albert Lea | 6.8 mi | 7.9 |
| ALBERT LEA SENIOR HIGH Albert Lea | 7.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Albert Lea Area Learning Center Albert Lea | 8.1 mi | 3.9 |
| SIBLEY ELEMENTARY Albert Lea | 7.2 mi | 6.7 |
| LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Albert Lea | 7.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed Albert Lea | 7.7 mi | 7.2 |
| SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Albert Lea | 7.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Northwood-Kensett MIddle/High School Northwood | 8.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Northwood-Kensett Elementary Northwood | 9.4 mi | 6.4 |
| HOLLANDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hollandale | 13.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Lake Mills Elementary School Lake Mills | 16.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Lake Mills Middle School Lake Mills | 16.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Lake Mills Senior High School Lake Mills | 16.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Oakland Education Center Austin | 15.5 mi | 6.6 |
| SOUTHGATE ELEMENTARY Austin | 15.4 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55912 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,205
Median Home Value
$161,800
Median Rent
$864/mo
Population
29,438
College Educated
23.7%
Homeownership
72.2%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
37.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Success East has a median household income of $68,205. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $161,800, with a median rent of $864/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.0%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Success East
What grades does Success East serve?
Success East serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Success East?
Success East has an enrollment of approximately 17 students.
What are the test scores at Success East?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Success East has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Success East a charter school?
No, Success East is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Success East a Title I school?
No, Success East is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Success East?
82.4% of students at Success East 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
- City Safety
- High (1,804/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Austin). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.4%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Freeborn County
- Phone
- (507) 438-5397
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
SOUTHERN MN EDUCATION CONSORTIUM- District Enrollment
- 179
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $45,185
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