Serving 140 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School's student population of 140 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#639 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
75%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
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 Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School's ranking?
Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School is ranked #639 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School?
140 students attend Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School?
Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School offer ?
Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School part of?
Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School is part of Ulen-Hitterdal Public School District.
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