GREEN ISLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

GREEN ISLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL is a public charter elementary school that is part of the GREEN ISLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL school district, located in GREEN ISLE, MN with about 61 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 3 teachers, GREEN ISLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

GREEN ISLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (GICS) is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades K-6, located in the small, rural community of Green Isle, Minnesota. The school distinguishes itself through a focus on individualized learning and a close-knit, family-oriented atmosphere. By maintaining smaller class sizes, GICS aims to provide a personalized educational experience that allows teachers to tailor instruction to the specific needs, strengths, and pacing of each student.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that blends academic excellence with character development and community involvement. Beyond core subjects, GICS integrates hands-on learning experiences and project-based activities to keep students engaged. As a community-centered institution, it often highlights its partnership with parents and the local area to foster a supportive environment where students feel encouraged to explore their interests, build strong social-emotional skills, and prepare for success in higher grade levels.

For more information, contact GREEN ISLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL at (507) 326-7144 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

190 MCGRANN ST
GREEN ISLE, MN 55338-0277
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GREEN ISLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL is a public Charter school in GREEN ISLE, MN with about 61 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
Volunteers of America - Minnesota
Total Students:
61
Teachers:
3.47
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 61 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending GREEN ISLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 90% of the student body.

White
90.2%
Two or more races
6.6%
Hispanic/Latino
3.3%

Female
41.0%
Male
59.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.