Serving 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Newport 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newport Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Newport Elementary School's student population of 271 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newport 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 Newport Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#381 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
19%
7%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
17%
12%
White
43%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newport Elementary School's ranking?
Newport Elementary School is ranked #381 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Newport Elementary School?
271 students attend Newport Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Newport Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newport Elementary School?
Newport Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newport Elementary School offer ?
Newport Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Newport Elementary School part of?
Newport Elementary School is part of South Washington County Schools School District.
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