Serving 368 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Sauk Centre 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sauk Centre Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Sauk Centre Elementary School's student population of 368 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sauk Centre 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 Sauk Centre Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#1220 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
21%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
75%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sauk Centre Elementary School's ranking?
Sauk Centre Elementary School is ranked #1220 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Sauk Centre Elementary School often compared to?
Sauk Centre Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary School, Paynesville Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Sauk Centre Elementary School?
368 students attend Sauk Centre Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Sauk Centre Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sauk Centre Elementary School?
Sauk Centre Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sauk Centre Elementary School offer ?
Sauk Centre Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sauk Centre Elementary School part of?
Sauk Centre Elementary School is part of Sauk Centre Public School District.
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