Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Triton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Triton Elementary School's student population of 384 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1923
Colors
red and white
School Calendar
School Motto
EVERY student matters, EVERY moment counts!
School Rankings
Triton 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 Triton Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#929 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Hispanic
19%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
74%
60%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Triton Elementary School's ranking?
Triton Elementary School is ranked #929 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Triton Elementary School often compared to?
Triton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kasson-mantorville Elementary School, Hayfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Triton Elementary School?
384 students attend Triton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Triton Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Triton Elementary School?
Triton Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Triton Elementary School offer ?
Triton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Triton Elementary School part of?
Triton Elementary School is part of Triton School District.
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