Serving 96 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Karlstad 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Karlstad Elementary School's student population of 96 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
96 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Working Together; Learning for Life
School Rankings
Karlstad 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 Karlstad Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#1082 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
94%
60%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Northern Freeze
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Karlstad Elementary School's ranking?
Karlstad Elementary School is ranked #1082 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Karlstad Elementary School?
96 students attend Karlstad Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Karlstad Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Karlstad Elementary School?
Karlstad Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Karlstad Elementary School offer ?
Karlstad Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Karlstad Elementary School part of?
Karlstad Elementary School is part of Tri-County School District.
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