Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Northern Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northern Elementary School's student population of 285 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Northern Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#950 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
14%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Northern Elementary School's ranking?
Northern Elementary School is ranked #950 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Northern Elementary School often compared to?
Northern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horace May Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School, Laporte Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Northern Elementary School?
285 students attend Northern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Northern Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northern Elementary School?
Northern Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northern Elementary School offer ?
Northern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern Elementary School part of?
Northern Elementary School is part of Bemidji Public School District.
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