Serving 414 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, C.e. Jacobson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
C.e. Jacobson Elementary School's student population of 414 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
C.e. Jacobson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C.e. Jacobson Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#824 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
86%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C.e. Jacobson Elementary School's ranking?
C.e. Jacobson Elementary School is ranked #824 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are C.e. Jacobson Elementary School often compared to?
C.e. Jacobson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunrise River Elementary School, Cambridge Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend C.e. Jacobson Elementary School?
414 students attend C.e. Jacobson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of C.e. Jacobson Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C.e. Jacobson Elementary School?
C.e. Jacobson Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does C.e. Jacobson Elementary School offer ?
C.e. Jacobson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is C.e. Jacobson Elementary School part of?
C.e. Jacobson Elementary School is part of Rush City Public School District.
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