SWEENEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SWEENEY ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Shakopee Public School District school district, located in SHAKOPEE, MN with about 656 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 46 teachers, SWEENEY ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

SWEENEY ELEMENTARY, located at 1001 Adams St S in Shakopee, Minnesota, is a key component of the Shakopee Public Schools district. Serving the local community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. As part of a growing suburban district, SWEENEY ELEMENTARY focuses on providing a well-rounded educational experience that prepares students for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

The school is known for its commitment to inclusive practices and community connection, often leveraging the resources of the larger Shakopee school system to support diverse learners. Families interested in specific curriculum details, extracurricular opportunities, or enrollment information can visit their official website at [http://www.shakopee.k12.mn.us](http://www.shakopee.k12.mn.us). Through its collaborative approach, SWEENEY ELEMENTARY strives to partner with parents and the broader community to create a safe, welcoming, and challenging atmosphere for every student.

For more information, contact SWEENEY ELEMENTARY at (952) 496-5832 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1001 ADAMS ST S
SHAKOPEE, MN 55379-2299
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SWEENEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in SHAKOPEE, MN with about 656 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
656
Teachers:
46.03
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
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th 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 656 students

White
64.8%
Hispanic/Latino
18.1%
Two or more races
7.2%
Black or African American
4.4%
Asian
4.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.1%

Female
49.5%
Male
50.5%

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.