Serving 473 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Congdon Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Congdon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Congdon Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Congdon Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Congdon Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#49 out of 1860 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
86%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Congdon Elementary School's ranking?
Congdon Elementary School is ranked #49 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Congdon Elementary School often compared to?
Congdon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lester Park Elementary School, Myers-wilkins Elementary School, North Star Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Congdon Elementary School?
473 students attend Congdon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Congdon Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Congdon Elementary School?
Congdon Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Congdon Elementary School offer ?
Congdon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Congdon Elementary School part of?
Congdon Elementary School is part of Duluth Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Congdon Elementary School located?
Congdon Elementary School is located in the Congdon Park neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 2 other public schools located in Congdon Park.
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