Serving 564 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Holdingford Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holdingford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Holdingford Elementary School's student population of 564 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Holdingford Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holdingford Elementary School is 0.08, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#152 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
96%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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
What is Holdingford Elementary School's ranking?
Holdingford Elementary School is ranked #152 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Holdingford Elementary School?
564 students attend Holdingford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Holdingford Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holdingford Elementary School?
Holdingford Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Holdingford Elementary School offer ?
Holdingford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holdingford Elementary School part of?
Holdingford Elementary School is part of Holdingford Public School District.
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