For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 592 students in Staples, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Staples, MN are Staples-motley Elementary School and Staples-motley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Staples, MN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Staples have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Staples, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Staples-motley Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1025 4th St Ne
Staples, MN 56479
(218) 894-5400
Staples, MN 56479
(218) 894-5400
Gr: PK-4 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Staples-motley Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
401 Centennial Dr
Staples, MN 56479
(218) 894-5400
Staples, MN 56479
(218) 894-5400
Gr: 5-8 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Staples, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Staples, MN include Staples-motley Elementary School and Staples-motley Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Staples?
2 public elementary schools are located in Staples.
What is the racial composition of students in Staples?
Staples public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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