Serving 333 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Nevis Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nevis 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
Nevis Elementary School's student population of 333 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nevis Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nevis 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
#313 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
87%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nevis Elementary School's ranking?
Nevis Elementary School is ranked #313 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Nevis Elementary School often compared to?
Nevis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Rapids Senior High School, Nevis Secondary 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Nevis Elementary School?
333 students attend Nevis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Nevis Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nevis Elementary School?
Nevis Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nevis Elementary School offer ?
Nevis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Nevis Elementary School part of?
Nevis Elementary School is part of Nevis Public School District.
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