Grafton School serves 10 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grafton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Grafton School's student population of 10 students has grown by 400% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
10 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Grafton School is 0.46, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
Asian
10%
7%
Black
20%
12%
White
70%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
34%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Grafton School?
10 students attend Grafton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Grafton School students are White, 20% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grafton School?
Grafton School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grafton School offer ?
Grafton School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Grafton School part of?
Grafton School is part of Benton-Stearns Education School District.
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