For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 302 students in Dawson, MN.
The top ranked public elementary school in Dawson, MN is Stevens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dawson, MN public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Dawson have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Dawson, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Stevens Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
848 Chestnut St
Dawson, MN 56232
(320) 769-4590
Dawson, MN 56232
(320) 769-4590
Grades: PK-6
| 302 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Dawson, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Dawson, MN include Stevens Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Dawson?
1 public elementary schools are located in Dawson.
What is the racial composition of students in Dawson?
Dawson public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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