Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bertha 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 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bertha Elementary serves the northwest part of Bertha, MN, covering an area of approximately 139.2 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bertha Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bertha Elementary School's student population of 293 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bertha Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bertha Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#354 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Hispanic
1%
12%
White
95%
60%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bertha Elementary School's ranking?
Bertha Elementary School is ranked #354 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Bertha Elementary School often compared to?
Bertha Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Browerville 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 46% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Bertha Elementary School?
293 students attend Bertha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Bertha Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bertha Elementary School?
Bertha Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bertha Elementary School offer ?
Bertha Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bertha Elementary School part of?
Bertha Elementary School is part of Bertha-Hewitt Public School District.
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