What We Evaluated
| 👨🏫 Class Size | 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio |
| 💰 Funding | $16,805 per student |
| 🏫 School Type | Regular |
School Information
| Address | 701 MINNESOTA AVE |
| City | Big Lake |
| ZIP Code | 55309 |
| District | 2705460 |
| NCES School ID | 270546000205 |
| Data Year | 2024-25 |
Community Context for 55309
Understanding the community around Independence Elementary helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.
💰 Income & Economy
| Median Household Income | $109,588 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,794 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.6% |
| Households Earning $100K+ | 55.8% |
🎓 Education Level
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 29.3% |
| High School or Higher | 94.8% |
🏠 Housing
| Median Home Value | $309,600 |
| Median Rent | $1,321 |
| Owner-Occupied | 90.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 10.0% |
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Student Demographics
Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Independence Elementary.
👫 Gender Distribution
🌎 Race & Ethnicity
📋 Enrollment Summary
| Total Enrollment | 694 |
| Teachers (FTE) | 44.8 |
| Student:Teacher Ratio | 15.5:1 |
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About Repit School Scores
Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.
We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:
- Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
- School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
- School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.
Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026