Serving 580 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Robert Asp Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 37% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert Asp Elementary School's student population of 580 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
580 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Robert Asp Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert Asp Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1271 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
10%
12%
White
64%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Moorhead Area School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert Asp Elementary School's ranking?
Robert Asp Elementary School is ranked #1271 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Robert Asp Elementary School often compared to?
Robert Asp Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like S.g. Reinertsen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Robert Asp Elementary School?
580 students attend Robert Asp Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Robert Asp Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert Asp Elementary School?
Robert Asp Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robert Asp Elementary School offer ?
Robert Asp Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert Asp Elementary School part of?
Robert Asp Elementary School is part of Moorhead Area School District.
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