Serving 649 students in grades Kindergarten-5, East Rapids Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Rapids Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
East Rapids Elementary School's student population of 649 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
649 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
East Rapids Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Rapids Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#326 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
83%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 East Rapids Elementary School's ranking?
East Rapids Elementary School is ranked #326 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are East Rapids Elementary School often compared to?
East Rapids Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Rapids Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend East Rapids Elementary School?
649 students attend East Rapids Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of East Rapids Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Rapids Elementary School?
East Rapids Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Rapids Elementary School offer ?
East Rapids Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Rapids Elementary School part of?
East Rapids Elementary School is part of Grand Rapids Public School District.
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