Serving 191 students in grades 3-6, Trimont Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Trimont Elementary School's student population of 191 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
191 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Trimont Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Trimont Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#844 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
90%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trimont Elementary School's ranking?
Trimont Elementary School is ranked #844 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Trimont Elementary School?
191 students attend Trimont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Trimont Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trimont Elementary School?
Trimont Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Trimont Elementary School offer ?
Trimont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Trimont Elementary School part of?
Trimont Elementary School is part of Martin County West School District.
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