Hutchinson West Elementary School

875 School Rd
Hutchinson, MN 55350
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Hutchinson West Elementary School serves 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-1. 
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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-1
  • Enrollment: 431 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Hutchinson West Elementary School's student population of 431 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
No Summary generated because only 3 years of data available
Total Students
431 students
View AI Prompt
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
View AI Prompt
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Academics, Activities, and Character

School Rankings

The diversity score of Hutchinson West Elementary School is 0.32, 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.
This School
State Level (MN)
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
View AI Prompt
Asian
1%
7%
View AI Prompt
Hispanic
11%
12%
View AI Prompt
Black
1%
12%
View AI Prompt
White
82%
60%
View AI Prompt
Two or more races
5%
7%
View AI Prompt
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
View AI Prompt
(22-23)
19.5%
27.3%
No Summary generated because only 3 years of data available
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
View AI Prompt
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
View AI Prompt
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Hutchinson West Elementary School?
431 students attend Hutchinson West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Hutchinson West Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hutchinson West Elementary School?
Hutchinson West Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hutchinson West Elementary School offer ?
Hutchinson West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hutchinson West Elementary School part of?
Hutchinson West Elementary School is part of Hutchinson Public School District.

School Reviews

Review Hutchinson West Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 431 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Request Information

Quick Links