Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Luverne Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Luverne 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
Luverne Elementary School's student population of 524 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Luverne 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 Luverne Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#153 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
1%
12%
White
87%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luverne Elementary School's ranking?
Luverne Elementary School is ranked #153 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?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Luverne Elementary School?
524 students attend Luverne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Luverne Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Luverne Elementary School?
Luverne Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Luverne Elementary School offer ?
Luverne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Luverne Elementary School part of?
Luverne Elementary School is part of Luverne Public School District.
School Reviews
5 4/16/2018
I love this school sooo much and i hope it doesn't shut down because everyone is nice the principal and teachers are nice and i love yalll i miss this school sooooooooooo much i love u school and i will always always love u and have a wonderful day
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