Serving 111 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Brandon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Brandon Elementary School's student population of 111 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
111 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Brandon Elementary School is 0.12, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-79%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-49%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
94%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 schools are Brandon Elementary School often compared to?
Brandon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlos Elementary School, Osakis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
How many students attend Brandon Elementary School?
111 students attend Brandon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Brandon Elementary School students are White, 4% 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 Brandon Elementary School?
Brandon Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brandon Elementary School offer ?
Brandon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brandon Elementary School part of?
Brandon Elementary School is part of Brandon-Evansville School District.
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