Maple River Elementary School serves 419 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maple River Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
419 students
Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Maple River Elementary School is 0.24, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
87%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups


Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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
How many students attend Maple River Elementary School?
419 students attend Maple River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Maple River Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maple River Elementary School?
Maple River Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maple River Elementary School offer ?
Maple River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Maple River Elementary School part of?
Maple River Elementary School is part of Maple River School District.
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