Serving 469 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chatfield 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 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chatfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chatfield Elementary School's student population of 469 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chatfield Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chatfield Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#183 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
95%
60%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chatfield Elementary School's ranking?
Chatfield Elementary School is ranked #183 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Chatfield Elementary School often compared to?
Chatfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fillmore Central Elementary School, Kingsland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Chatfield Elementary School?
469 students attend Chatfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Chatfield Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chatfield Elementary School?
Chatfield Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chatfield Elementary School offer ?
Chatfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chatfield Elementary School part of?
Chatfield Elementary School is part of Chatfield School District.
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