Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Barnum Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barnum Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barnum Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Barnum Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barnum Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#372 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
87%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnum Elementary School's ranking?
Barnum Elementary School is ranked #372 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Barnum Elementary School often compared to?
Barnum Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moose Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Barnum Elementary School?
337 students attend Barnum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Barnum Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barnum Elementary School?
Barnum Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barnum Elementary School offer ?
Barnum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barnum Elementary School part of?
Barnum Elementary School is part of Barnum Public School District.
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