Serving 239 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). 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 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (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 239 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Stowe Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stowe Elementary School is 0.40, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1139 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
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
2%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
5%
12%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stowe Elementary School's ranking?
Stowe Elementary School is ranked #1139 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Stowe Elementary School often compared to?
Stowe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raleigh Primary/el Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% 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?
239 students attend Stowe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Stowe Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% 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 ÎÛÎÛÂþ» 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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