Serving 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Taylors Falls 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Taylors Falls Elementary School's student population of 329 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Taylors Falls 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 Taylors Falls Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#789 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
White
92%
60%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taylors Falls Elementary School's ranking?
Taylors Falls Elementary School is ranked #789 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Taylors Falls Elementary School?
329 students attend Taylors Falls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Taylors Falls Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taylors Falls Elementary School?
Taylors Falls Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Taylors Falls Elementary School offer ?
Taylors Falls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Taylors Falls Elementary School part of?
Taylors Falls Elementary School is part of Chisago Lakes School District.
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