Serving 622 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Robert Asp Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert Asp Elementary School's student population of 622 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Robert Asp Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert Asp Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1271 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
16%
12%
Black
9%
12%
White
62%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert Asp Elementary School's ranking?
Robert Asp Elementary School is ranked #1271 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Robert Asp Elementary School often compared to?
Robert Asp Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like S.g. Reinertsen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Robert Asp Elementary School?
622 students attend Robert Asp Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Robert Asp Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert Asp Elementary School?
Robert Asp Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robert Asp Elementary School offer ?
Robert Asp Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert Asp Elementary School part of?
Robert Asp Elementary School is part of Moorhead Area School District.
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