Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South Ridge 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Ridge Elementary School's student population of 304 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Ridge 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 South Ridge Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1043 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
82%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
South Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1043 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are South Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
South Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hermantown Elementary School, Lowell 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend South Ridge Elementary School?
304 students attend South Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of South Ridge Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Ridge Elementary School?
South Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Ridge Elementary School offer ?
South Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Ridge Elementary School part of?
South Ridge Elementary School is part of St. Louis County School District.
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