Backus Elementary School serves 95 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
95 students
Showing 1998–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 1997–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 1997–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
12%
White
98%
60%
Showing 1998–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1998–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
34%
Showing 1998–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Backus Elementary School?
95 students attend Backus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Backus Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Backus Elementary School?
Backus Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Backus Elementary School offer ?
Backus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Backus Elementary School part of?
Backus Elementary School is part of Pine River-Backus School District.
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