Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Staples-motley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher 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 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Staples-motley Elementary School's student population of 308 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Staples-motley 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 Staples-motley Elementary School 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
#959 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
91%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinal
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Staples-motley Elementary School's ranking?
Staples-motley Elementary School is ranked #959 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Staples-motley Elementary School often compared to?
Staples-motley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nisswa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Staples-motley Elementary School?
308 students attend Staples-motley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Staples-motley Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Staples-motley Elementary School?
Staples-motley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Staples-motley Elementary School offer ?
Staples-motley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Staples-motley Elementary School part of?
Staples-motley Elementary School is part of Staples-Motley School District.
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