Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mahnomen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mahnomen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Mahnomen Elementary School's student population of 319 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mahnomen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mahnomen Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1578 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
71%
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
White
4%
60%
Two or more races
20%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mahnomen Elementary School's ranking?
Mahnomen Elementary School is ranked #1578 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Mahnomen Elementary School?
319 students attend Mahnomen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Mahnomen Elementary School students are American Indian, 20% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mahnomen Elementary School?
Mahnomen Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mahnomen Elementary School offer ?
Mahnomen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mahnomen Elementary School part of?
Mahnomen Elementary School is part of Mahnomen Public School District.
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