Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Armstrong Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Armstrong Elementary School's student population of 308 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Armstrong Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Armstrong Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#740 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
10%
12%
White
55%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
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: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armstrong Elementary School's ranking?
Armstrong Elementary School is ranked #740 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Armstrong Elementary School often compared to?
Armstrong Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cottage Grove Elementary School, Grey Cloud Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Armstrong Elementary School?
308 students attend Armstrong Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Armstrong Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Armstrong Elementary School?
Armstrong Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Armstrong Elementary School offer ?
Armstrong Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Armstrong Elementary School part of?
Armstrong Elementary School is part of South Washington County Schools School District.
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