North Elementary School serves 76 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 was lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 39% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was equal to the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
76 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
39%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
61%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend North Elementary School?
76 students attend North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of North Elementary School students are White, and 39% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Elementary School?
North Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Elementary School offer ?
North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is North Elementary School part of?
North Elementary School is part of Deer River Public School District.
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