Very Good
#398 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 20% in state
Swan River Montessori Charter Sch
Elementary School · Swan River Montessori Charter Sch · Monticello, MN
A charter elementary school in Monticello, MN serving grades Kindergarten – 6th.
500 MAPLE ST, Monticello, MN 55362
- Math 45% proficient (2022)
- Reading 65% proficient (2022)
- 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Swan River Montessori Charter Sch score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. MN average.
Trend
↓ DecliningProficiency has fallen 8 points since 2019, to 55% in 2022, across a 14-year record (2009–2022).
Show all 14 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 63% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 73% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
29.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Swan River Montessori Charter Sch sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries. Open the Minneapolis map →
Getting around & local context
- Walk 67Somewhat Walkable
- Bike 58Bikeable
- County Safety: Average423/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · county context, not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$92,870
Median home value
$324,400
Median rent
$1,458/mo
College educated
25.7%
Homeownership
73.7%
Poverty rate
6.8%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 55362; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pinewood ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 8.4 | 1–5 | 0.5 mi | 790 | Compare → |
| Pinewood Elementary - SnwEnrollment path unverified | Not rated | K–6 | 0.5 mi | 15 | Compare → |
| Intensive Dcd - SnwEnrollment path unverified | Not rated | 4–12 | 0.9 mi | 5 | Compare → |
| Little Mountain ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 7.6 | 1–5 | 1.5 mi | 598 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Swan River Montessori Charter Sch
- Schools in district
- 1
- Rank in district
- #1 of 1
- District spending per student
- $13,720NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- The source release did not match this district identifier.
Swan River Montessori Charter Sch is listed in Swan River Montessori Charter Sch; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Swan River Montessori Charter Sch
Swan River Montessori Charter Sch is a public elementary school in Monticello, MN, part of Swan River Montessori Charter Sch, serving approximately 162 students in grades Kindergarten-6th with a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #398 of 1,992 schools in MN. State assessment records show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Swan River Montessori Charter Sch
What grades does Swan River Montessori Charter Sch serve?
Swan River Montessori Charter Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Swan River Montessori Charter Sch?
Swan River Montessori Charter Sch has an enrollment of approximately 162 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Swan River Montessori Charter Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Swan River Montessori Charter Sch is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Swan River Montessori Charter Sch rank in MN?
Swan River Montessori Charter Sch ranks #398 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Swan River Montessori Charter Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Swan River Montessori Charter Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Swan River Montessori Charter Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Swan River Montessori Charter Sch has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Swan River Montessori Charter Sch a charter school?
Yes, Swan River Montessori Charter Sch is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Swan River Montessori Charter Sch a Title I school?
No, Swan River Montessori Charter Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Swan River Montessori Charter Sch?
29.6% of students at Swan River Montessori Charter Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 162
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Wright County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.6%
- Phone
- (763) 271-7926
- Area population (ZIP 55362)
- 20,125
- Area average commute
- 28.7 min
- Area median age
- 35.1
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 55362; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.