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#832 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 42% in state

Voyager Elementary

Elementary School · ALEXANDRIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

203 VOYAGER DRIVE, Alexandria, MN 56308

Enrollment

427

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#832 of 1,992

In Alexandria

#4 of 8

public schools

In district

#7 of 9

ALEXANDRIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Voyager Elementary

6.5/10

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

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6.2/10

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About Voyager Elementary

Voyager Elementary is a public elementary school in Alexandria, MN, part of ALEXANDRIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Voyager Elementary serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Voyager Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #832 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Voyager Elementary show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,622
Chronic Absenteeism19.4%

Voyager Elementary — Students at Voyager Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.5% (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
78%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
59%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
59%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
54%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Voyager Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
58th percentile in MN
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

Location

203 VOYAGER DRIVE, Alexandria, MN 56308

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Voyager Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GARFIELD ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Garfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is WOODLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OSAKIS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Osakis), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Runestone Alternative School Alexandria 0.7 mi 6.2
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Alexandria 1.5 mi 4.5
ST MARYS SCHOOL Alexandria 1.6 mi 5.5
Discovery Middle School Alexandria 1.3 mi 6.7
Lakes Country Academy - ALEX Fergus Falls 1.8 mi
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Alexandria 2.3 mi 7.2
NEW TESTAMENT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Alexandria 1.8 mi 7.4
WOODLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alexandria 2.5 mi 7.5
EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Alexandria 2.5 mi 4.3
Kalon Prep Academy Alexandria 2.9 mi 4.6
Alexandria Area High School Alexandria 4.0 mi 6.0
CARLOS ELEMENTARY Carlos 6.0 mi 6.8
GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Garfield 5.9 mi 7.7
MILTONA ELEMENTARY Miltona 10.1 mi 6.8
ST AGNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Osakis 10.8 mi 4.5
OSAKIS SECONDARY Osakis 11.1 mi 7.1
OSAKIS ELEMENTARY Osakis 11.1 mi 7.4
Brandon Elementary Brandon 11.6 mi 5.2
Brandon-Evansville Middle School Brandon 11.6 mi 6.5
Brandon-Evansville High School Brandon 11.6 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56308 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,831

Median Home Value

$307,600

Median Rent

$921/mo

Population

26,695

College Educated

33.2%

Homeownership

72.6%

Avg Commute

18.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Voyager Elementary

What grades does Voyager Elementary serve?

Voyager Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Voyager Elementary?

Voyager Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Voyager Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Voyager Elementary is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Voyager Elementary rank in MN?

Voyager Elementary ranks #832 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Voyager Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Voyager Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Voyager Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Voyager Elementary has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Voyager Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Voyager Elementary a Title I school?

No, Voyager Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Voyager Elementary?

33.0% of students at Voyager 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
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

District

ALEXANDRIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,021
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,622
District Rank
#7 of 9

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