Serving 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Cokato Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cokato Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cokato Elementary School's student population of 401 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Innovate. Succeed.
School Rankings
Cokato 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 Cokato Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#225 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
3%
12%
White
93%
60%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cokato Elementary School's ranking?
Cokato Elementary School is ranked #225 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Cokato Elementary School?
401 students attend Cokato Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Cokato Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cokato Elementary School?
Cokato Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cokato Elementary School offer ?
Cokato Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cokato Elementary School part of?
Cokato Elementary School is part of Dassel-Cokato School District.
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