Serving 172 students in grades 4-6, Waubun 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waubun Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Waubun Elementary School's student population of 172 students has grown by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 133% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waubun 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 Waubun Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#1349 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
77%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
1%
12%
White
18%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waubun Elementary School's ranking?
Waubun Elementary School is ranked #1349 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Waubun Elementary School?
172 students attend Waubun Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Waubun Elementary School students are American Indian, 18% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waubun Elementary School?
Waubun Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waubun Elementary School offer ?
Waubun Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Waubun Elementary School part of?
Waubun Elementary School is part of Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools School District.
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