Walnut Grove Elementary

Summary:

Walnut Grove Elementary is a public elementary school in Walnut Grove, Minnesota, serving 297 students in grades PK-6. The school is part of the Westbrook-Walnut Grove Schools district, which is ranked 305 out of 463 districts in the state and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Walnut Grove Elementary stands out for its high percentage of Asian students (28.28%) compared to the state average of 6.7%. The school consistently outperforms the state and district averages in both math and reading proficiency, with an overall math proficiency rate of 51.72% in 2023-2024, compared to the state average of 45.47% and the district average of 41.99%. Additionally, the school's English Language Learner (ELL) students rank among the top 5% of Minnesota elementary schools, and the school maintains a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13.3 to 15.8 over the past three years.

When compared to nearby schools, Wabasso Elementary has a higher overall performance, with higher test scores and a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. However, Milroy Elementary, with only 32 students, has lower test scores across the board, highlighting the challenges faced by small, rural schools. Red Rock Central Elementary and Tracy Elementary, located within 10 miles of Walnut Grove, have similar student demographics and performance levels, making them more appropriate comparisons for Walnut Grove Elementary.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-6

 601 Washington Ave
       Walnut Grove, MN  56180-0278


(507) 859-2141

District: Westbrook-Walnut Grove Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
452nd of 881 Minnesota Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $13,588 Help


Students who attend Walnut Grove Elementary usually attend:

High:    Westbrook-Walnut Grove Secondary

Student/teacher ratio:  15.8 Help
Number of students:  297

Racial breakdown:

White:
64.0%
Asian:
28.3%
Hispanic:
7.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  60.9% Help


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Compare Details Walnut Grove Elementary ranks worse than 51.3% of elementary schools in Minnesota. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 53.21. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (64%), Asian (28.3%), Hispanic (7.1%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 60.9% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Walnut Grove Elementary is 15.8. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Walnut Grove Elementary is $13,588.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Walnut Grove Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Walnut Grove Elementary 452nd of 881 Minnesota public elementary schools. (See Walnut Grove Elementary in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Asian students:
White students:


Westbrook-Walnut Grove Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Westbrook-Walnut Grove Schools 305th of 463 Minnesota school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Walnut Grove Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Walnut Grove Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2007 7.76 734th 777 5.5%
2008 83.26 56th 781 92.8%
2010 71.30 207th 803 74.2%
2011 63.80 339th 814 58.4%
2012 66.38 300th 820 63.4%
2013 53.02 467th 824 43.3%
2014 43.11 569th 826 31.1%
2015 45.44 556th 840 33.8%
2016 56.10 452nd 848 46.7%
2017 53.32 475th 853 44.3%
2018 56.05 437th 847 48.4%
2019 55.57 466th 870 46.4%
2021 52.64 479th 869 44.9%
2022 49.30 507th 858 40.9%
2023 49.97 487th 845 42.4%
2024 53.21 452nd 881 48.7%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Walnut Grove Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 65.34 58th 276 79.0%
2024 81.39 22nd 303 92.7%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Walnut Grove Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 56.08 332nd 728 54.4%
2019 55.52 338th 740 54.3%
2021 48.15 378th 683 44.7%
2022 51.98 329th 663 50.4%
2023 50.75 396th 774 48.8%
2024 56.00 342nd 793 56.9%
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Rank History for Female students at Walnut Grove Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 68.29 249th 774 67.8%
2019 68.90 239th 787 69.6%
2021 67.68 248th 783 68.3%
2022 60.05 356th 799 55.4%
2023 55.16 394th 787 49.9%
2024 52.27 427th 809 47.2%
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Rank History for Male students at Walnut Grove Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 30.47 609th 779 21.8%
2019 36.81 580th 798 27.3%
2021 37.00 565th 784 27.9%
2022 37.95 572nd 808 29.2%
2023 43.38 510th 799 36.2%
2024 49.95 463rd 826 43.9%
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Rank History for Asian students at Walnut Grove Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 11.87 82nd 88 6.8%
2022 16.89 110th 131 16.0%
2023 31.40 82nd 128 35.9%
2024 25.35 115th 154 25.3%
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Rank History for White students at Walnut Grove Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 47.17 413th 712 42.0%
2019 50.80 371st 722 48.6%
2021 60.50 255th 710 64.1%
2022 56.18 316th 725 56.4%
2023 46.74 388th 712 45.5%
2024 49.54 376th 730 48.5%
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Data source: test scores: Minnesota Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Walnut Grove Elementary Test Scores
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Enrollment information for Walnut Grove Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2002 57 0 42 0 0 n/a n/a 0 99
2003 57 0 42 0 0 n/a n/a 0 99
2004 62 0 48 1 0 n/a n/a 0 111
2005 59 0 44 1 0 n/a n/a 0 104
2006 51 0 60 0 0 n/a n/a 0 111
2007 51 0 59 0 0 n/a n/a 0 110
2008 50 0 56 0 0 n/a n/a 0 106
2009 47 0 59 0 0 n/a n/a 0 106
2010 159 1 78 0 0 n/a n/a 0 238
2011 155 1 72 2 0 0 1 0 231
2012 154 0 76 2 0 0 1 0 233
2013 147 0 55 3 1 0 1 0 207
2014 144 1 53 1 1 0 1 0 201
2015 138 0 56 4 1 0 3 0 202
2016 138 0 53 8 1 0 2 0 202
2017 153 3 58 3 0 0 0 0 217
2018 147 3 63 2 0 0 2 0 217
2019 155 3 65 5 0 0 0 0 228
2020 175 2 80 7 0 0 1 0 265
2021 184 0 84 6 0 0 1 0 275
2022 184 0 81 17 0 0 0 0 282
2023 190 0 84 21 0 0 2 0 297

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Walnut Grove Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 99 6.8 14.6 54.5
2003 99 6.8 14.6 54.5
2004 111 8.8 12.6 52.3
2005 104 8.0 13.0 53.8
2006 111 9.1 12.2 68.5
2007 110 11.6 9.5 73.6
2008 106 11.7 9.1 71.7
2009 106 10.6 10.0 76.4
2010 238 19.6 12.0 61.8
2011 231 18.9 12.2 58.9
2012 233 17.8 13.0 60.5
2013 207 18.3 11.2 54.1
2014 201 16.2 12.3 54.7
2015 202 16.0 12.6 53
2016 202 17.0 11.8 55.4
2017 217 16.8 12.8 57.1
2018 217 20.3 10.6 58.1
2019 228 20.6 11.0 57
2020 265 21.8 12.1 58.1
2021 275 20.6 13.3 54.5
2022 282 20.7 13.6 52.8
2023 297 18.7 15.8 60.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Walnut Grove Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 99 6.8 14.6 54.5
2003 99 6.8 14.6 54.5
2004 111 8.8 12.6 52.3
2005 104 8.0 13.0 53.8
2006 111 9.1 12.2 68.5
2007 110 11.6 9.5 73.6
2008 106 11.7 9.1 71.7
2009 106 10.6 10.0 76.4
2010 238 19.6 12.0 61.8
2011 231 18.9 12.2 58.9
2012 233 17.8 13.0 60.5
2013 207 18.3 11.2 54.1
2014 201 16.2 12.3 54.7
2015 202 16.0 12.6 53
2016 202 17.0 11.8 55.4
2017 217 16.8 12.8 57.1
2018 217 20.3 10.6 58.1
2019 228 20.6 11.0 57
2020 265 21.8 12.1 58.1
2021 275 20.6 13.3 54.5
2022 282 20.7 13.6 52.8
2023 297 18.7 15.8 60.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Walnut Grove Elementary

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $13,588

Data source: Minnesota Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Walnut Grove Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 466th of 870 Elementary schoolsRanks 487th of 845 Elementary schools
 4.1%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Math (Walnut Grove Elementary)6072.2
 12.2%
   3rd Grade Math (Westbrook-Walnut Grove Schools)6072.2
 12.2%
   3rd Grade Math (Minnesota)65.659.1
 6.5%
3rd Grade Reading (Walnut Grove Elementary)46.763.9
 17.2%
   3rd Grade Reading (Westbrook-Walnut Grove Schools)46.763.9
 17.2%
   3rd Grade Reading (Minnesota)54.647.4
 7.2%
4th Grade Math (Walnut Grove Elementary)80.643.6
 37%
   4th Grade Math (Westbrook-Walnut Grove Schools)80.643.6
 37%
   4th Grade Math (Minnesota)63.957.1
 6.8%
4th Grade Reading (Walnut Grove Elementary)5041
 9%
   4th Grade Reading (Westbrook-Walnut Grove Schools)5041
 9%
   4th Grade Reading (Minnesota)55.448.4
 7.1%
5th Grade Math (Walnut Grove Elementary)55.244.1
 11.1%
   5th Grade Math (Westbrook-Walnut Grove Schools)55.244.1
 11.1%
   5th Grade Math (Minnesota)5244.4
 7.6%
5th Grade Reading (Walnut Grove Elementary)58.638.2
 20.4%
   5th Grade Reading (Westbrook-Walnut Grove Schools)58.638.2
 20.4%
   5th Grade Reading (Minnesota)65.858.7
 7%
5th Grade Science (Walnut Grove Elementary)55.252.9
 2.2%
   5th Grade Science (Westbrook-Walnut Grove Schools)55.252.9
 2.2%
   5th Grade Science (Minnesota)54.948.4
 6.5%
6th Grade Math (Walnut Grove Elementary)60.934.6
 26.3%
   6th Grade Math (Westbrook-Walnut Grove Schools)60.934.6
 26.3%
   6th Grade Math (Minnesota)50.539.7
 10.8%
6th Grade Reading (Walnut Grove Elementary)60.923.1
 37.8%
   6th Grade Reading (Westbrook-Walnut Grove Schools)60.923.1
 37.8%
   6th Grade Reading (Minnesota)62.853.4
 9.4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students228297
 30.3%
African American30
 100%
American Indian00
Asian6584
 29.2%
Hispanic521
 320%
Pacific Islander00
White155190
 22.6%
Two or More Races02
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients57%60.9%
 3.9%


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Students who attend Walnut Grove Elementary usually go on to attend:

High : Westbrook-Walnut Grove Secondary

Walnut Grove Elementary ranks 452nd of 881 Minnesota elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 297 students attended Walnut Grove Elementary.

Students at Walnut Grove Elementary are 64% White, 28% Asian, 7% Hispanic.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Minnesota Department of Education.

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