Serving 55 students in grades Kindergarten-6, La Crescent Montessori & Stem Academy ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher 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 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Crescent Montessori & Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
La Crescent Montessori & Stem Academy's student population of 55 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
55 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Crescent Montessori & Stem Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Crescent Montessori & Stem Academy is 0.17, 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
#616 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
91%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Crescent Montessori & Stem Academy's ranking?
La Crescent Montessori & Stem Academy is ranked #616 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend La Crescent Montessori & Stem Academy?
55 students attend La Crescent Montessori & Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of La Crescent Montessori & Stem Academy students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Crescent Montessori & Stem Academy?
La Crescent Montessori & Stem Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does La Crescent Montessori & Stem Academy offer ?
La Crescent Montessori & Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Crescent Montessori & Stem Academy part of?
La Crescent Montessori & Stem Academy is part of La Crescent Montessori & STEM School District.
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