Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-5, East Bethel Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Bethel Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Bethel Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Bethel Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#873 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
76%
60%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Bethel Elementary School's ranking?
East Bethel Elementary School is ranked #873 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are East Bethel Elementary School often compared to?
East Bethel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson Elementary School, Las Estrellas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend East Bethel Elementary School?
460 students attend East Bethel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of East Bethel Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Bethel Elementary School?
East Bethel Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Bethel Elementary School offer ?
East Bethel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Bethel Elementary School part of?
East Bethel Elementary School is part of St. Francis Area Schools.
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