Serving 586 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hamilton Ridge 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 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hamilton Ridge Elementary School's student population of 586 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
586 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Hamilton Ridge 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 Hamilton Ridge Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#299 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
71%
60%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Hamilton Ridge Elementary School is ranked #299 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?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Ridge Elementary School?
586 students attend Hamilton Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Hamilton Ridge Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Ridge Elementary School?
Hamilton Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hamilton Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Hamilton Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton Ridge Elementary School part of?
Hamilton Ridge Elementary School is part of Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools.
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