Serving 172 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Grand Meadow Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Meadow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Grand Meadow Elementary School's student population of 172 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
172 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grand Meadow Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Meadow Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#127 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
95%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Meadow Elementary School's ranking?
Grand Meadow Elementary School is ranked #127 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Grand Meadow Elementary School?
172 students attend Grand Meadow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Grand Meadow Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Meadow Elementary School?
Grand Meadow Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grand Meadow Elementary School offer ?
Grand Meadow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grand Meadow Elementary School part of?
Grand Meadow Elementary School is part of Grand Meadow Public School District.
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