Serving 565 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rossman Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rossman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rossman Elementary School's student population of 565 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
565 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rossman Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rossman Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#452 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
9%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
81%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rossman Elementary School's ranking?
Rossman Elementary School is ranked #452 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Rossman Elementary School often compared to?
Rossman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School, Lake Park Audubon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Rossman Elementary School?
565 students attend Rossman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Rossman Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rossman Elementary School?
Rossman Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rossman Elementary School offer ?
Rossman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rossman Elementary School part of?
Rossman Elementary School is part of Detroit Lakes Public School District.
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