Serving 526 students in grades 2-4, Southview Elementary School ranks in the top 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 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southview Elementary School's student population of 526 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Southview Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southview Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#879 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
22%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
51%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Southview Elementary School's ranking?
Southview Elementary School is ranked #879 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Southview Elementary School?
526 students attend Southview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Southview Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southview Elementary School?
Southview Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southview Elementary School offer ?
Southview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is Southview Elementary School part of?
Southview Elementary School is part of Marshall Public School District.
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