South Elementary School serves 271 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Elementary School's student population of 271 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
19%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
73%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
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
How many students attend South Elementary School?
271 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of South Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of St. Peter Public School District.
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