Serving 95 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Babbitt 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (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.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Babbitt Elementary serves the southeast part of Babbitt, MN, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 366.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary located about 21.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Babbitt Elementary School's student population of 95 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
95 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Babbitt Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Babbitt Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1304 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
89%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Nighthawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Babbitt Elementary School's ranking?
Babbitt Elementary School is ranked #1304 out of 1,773 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Babbitt Elementary School?
95 students attend Babbitt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Babbitt Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Babbitt Elementary School?
Babbitt Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Babbitt Elementary School offer ?
Babbitt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Babbitt Elementary School part of?
Babbitt Elementary School is part of St. Louis County School District.
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