Serving 18 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Laura Baker Sun Program ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% 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: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laura Baker Sun Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Laura Baker Sun Program's student population of 18 students has grown by 350% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
18 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Laura Baker Sun Program is 0.58, 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)
(21-22)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
13:1
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
17%
12%
White
61%
60%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Laura Baker Sun Program?
18 students attend Laura Baker Sun Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Laura Baker Sun Program students are White, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laura Baker Sun Program?
Laura Baker Sun Program has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laura Baker Sun Program offer ?
Laura Baker Sun Program offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laura Baker Sun Program part of?
Laura Baker Sun Program is part of Cannon Valley Special Education Coo School District.
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