Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Menahga Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 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: 511 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Menahga Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Menahga Elementary School's student population of 511 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Menahga Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Menahga 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
#493 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
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
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Menahga Elementary School's ranking?
Menahga Elementary School is ranked #493 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Menahga Elementary School?
511 students attend Menahga Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Menahga 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 Menahga Elementary School?
Menahga Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Menahga Elementary School offer ?
Menahga Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Menahga Elementary School part of?
Menahga Elementary School is part of Menahga Public School District.
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