Serving 420 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Bonner Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 60%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bonner Elementary School's student population of 420 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bonner Elementary School is 0.21, 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)
(15-16)90-94%
60%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)75-79%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Bonner Elementary School often compared to?
Bonner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Byron Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 60% MN state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% MN state average).
How many students attend Bonner Elementary School?
420 students attend Bonner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Bonner Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Bonner Elementary School?
Bonner Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bonner Elementary School offer ?
Bonner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bonner Elementary School part of?
Bonner Elementary School is part of Stewartville Public School District.
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