Summary:
The city of Brooten, Minnesota is home to a single elementary school, Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa Elementary, which serves students from the Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa School District. This school has a predominantly white student population, with over 90% of students identifying as such. While the school's academic performance has fluctuated in recent years, with its statewide ranking ranging from 337 out of 881 to 584 out of 845, it has shown some strengths, particularly in science proficiency, where it outperforms the district and state averages.
Academically, Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa Elementary has had mixed results. In 2023-2024, the school's overall math and reading proficiency rates were higher than the district averages but lower than the state averages. However, in the previous year, the school's proficiency rates in these subjects were lower than the state. The school's science proficiency, on the other hand, has consistently been above the district and state levels, with 57.5% of students proficient or better in 2023-2024.
The school's student population also faces significant economic challenges, with nearly 50% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. This socioeconomic factor may play a role in the school's academic performance and the resources and support it requires. Overall, Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa Elementary appears to be the sole educational option for families in Brooten, and its performance and demographics reflect the unique characteristics of the community it serves.
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