Serving 512 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sun Path Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 54% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sun Path Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sun Path Elementary School's student population of 512 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Aug 22, 2025
School Motto
Dedicated to excellence in education
School Rankings
Sun Path Elementary 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 Sun Path Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#454 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
17%
12%
Black
18%
12%
White
46%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
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 is Sun Path Elementary School's ranking?
Sun Path Elementary School is ranked #454 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Sun Path Elementary School often compared to?
Sun Path Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Oak Elementary School, Jackson Elementary School, Sweeney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Sun Path Elementary School?
512 students attend Sun Path Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Sun Path Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sun Path Elementary School?
Sun Path Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sun Path Elementary School offer ?
Sun Path Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sun Path Elementary School part of?
Sun Path Elementary School is part of Shakopee Public School District.
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