Serving 656 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cold Spring Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% 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: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cold Spring Elementary School's student population of 656 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
656 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cold Spring 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 Cold Spring Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#670 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
18%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
79%
60%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Cold Spring Elementary School's ranking?
Cold Spring Elementary School is ranked #670 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Cold Spring Elementary School often compared to?
Cold Spring Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albany Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Cold Spring Elementary School?
656 students attend Cold Spring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Cold Spring Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cold Spring Elementary School?
Cold Spring Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cold Spring Elementary School offer ?
Cold Spring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cold Spring Elementary School part of?
Cold Spring Elementary School is part of Rocori Public School District.
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