Serving 487 students in grades 1-5, Red Lake Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Red Lake Elementary School's student population of 487 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Red Lake Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Lake Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1860 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
97%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Red Lake Elementary School is ranked #1860 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Red Lake Elementary School?
487 students attend Red Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Red Lake Elementary School students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Red Lake Elementary School?
Red Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Red Lake Elementary School offer ?
Red Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Red Lake Elementary School part of?
Red Lake Elementary School is part of Red Lake Public School District.
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