Serving 161 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Swan River Montessori Charter School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swan River Montessori Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Swan River Montessori Charter School's student population of 161 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
“Teaching the whole child ~ heart, mind, and soul.”
School Rankings
Swan River Montessori Charter 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 Swan River Montessori Charter School is 0.12, 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
#525 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
94%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swan River Montessori Charter School's ranking?
Swan River Montessori Charter School is ranked #525 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Swan River Montessori Charter School often compared to?
Swan River Montessori Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kaleidoscope Charter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Swan River Montessori Charter School?
161 students attend Swan River Montessori Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Swan River Montessori Charter School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swan River Montessori Charter School?
Swan River Montessori Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Swan River Montessori Charter School offer ?
Swan River Montessori Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swan River Montessori Charter School part of?
Swan River Montessori Charter School is part of Swan River Montessori Charter School District.
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