Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stowe Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stowe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Stowe Elementary School's student population of 245 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educational Excellence with an Environmental Emphasis.
School Rankings
Stowe Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stowe Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#1132 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
72%
60%
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stowe Elementary School's ranking?
Stowe Elementary School is ranked #1132 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Stowe Elementary School?
245 students attend Stowe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Stowe Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stowe Elementary School?
Stowe Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stowe Elementary School offer ?
Stowe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stowe Elementary School part of?
Stowe Elementary School is part of Duluth Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Stowe Elementary School located?
Stowe Elementary School is located in the New Duluth neighborhood of Duluth, MN.
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