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Discovery Community Elementary

700 7Th St S, Waite Park, MN 56387, United States
+1 (320) 370-6180
http://www.isd742.org/discovery
2.6
Overall Rating

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Discovery Community Elementary Overview

About This School

Discovery Community Elementary is a public elementary in Waite Park, Minnesota, serving 572 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 27% in ELA and 25% in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 43 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $54,861. One counselor is available for every 357 students. The student body at Discovery Community Elementary is 52% male and 48% female. The demographic makeup includes 42% Black, 25% Hispanic, 23% White, 7% Two or More Races, and 2% Asian students.

572
Total Students
PK-5
13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
43 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts27%
Mathematics25%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-5
County
Stearns County
Students per Counselor
357:1

Discovery Community Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

27%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 24%State Avg: 48%
25%
Mathematics
City Avg: 15%State Avg: 42%
N/A
Science

Class Information

13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 10.3:1
State Avg: 14.3:1
357
Students per Counselor

Discovery Community Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
43

Average Teacher Salary

$54,861
City Avg: $54,861
State Avg: $64,511

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Students per Counselor357:1

Discovery Community Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

51.92%
Male
48.08%
Female
Total Enrollment: 572 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White23.43%
Hispanic25.35%
Asian1.57%
Black41.96%
Two or More Races7.17%
Native American0.17%

Discovery Community Elementary Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Discovery Community Elementary

Q: What is Discovery Community Elementary?

A: Discovery Community Elementary is a elementary public located in Waite Park.

Q: How many students attend Discovery Community Elementary?

A: Discovery Community Elementary has approximately 572 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Discovery Community Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Discovery Community Elementary is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Discovery Community Elementary

Discovery Community Elementary is a public elementary in Waite Park, Minnesota, serving 572 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 27% in ELA and 25% in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 43 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $54,861. One counselor is available for every 357 students. The student body at Discovery Community Elementary is 52% male and 48% female. The demographic makeup includes 42% Black, 25% Hispanic, 23% White, 7% Two or More Races, and 2% Asian students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Discovery Community Elementary - Waite Park, MN

Quick Facts about Discovery Community Elementary
School NameDiscovery Community Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-5
Location700 7Th St S, Waite Park, MN 56387, Waite Park, MN
CountyStearns County
Phone+1 (320) 370-6180
Total Students572
Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Full-Time Teachers43
Rating2.6/10
ELA Proficiency27%
Math Proficiency25%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Discovery Community Elementary

What is Discovery Community Elementary?

Discovery Community Elementary is a elementary public located in Waite Park.

How many students attend Discovery Community Elementary?

Discovery Community Elementary has approximately 572 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Discovery Community Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Discovery Community Elementary is 13:1.

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