Herman Elementary School

504 Lois Ave N
Herman, MN 56248
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 59 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Herman 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% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 59 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : Bottom 50% in MN
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Herman Elementary School's student population of 59 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
59 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars

School Rankings

Herman 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 Herman Elementary School is 0.19, 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.
This School
State Level (MN)
#1507 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤20%
46%
21-39%
51%
(20-21)
≥50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
90%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.19
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Herman Elementary School's ranking?
Herman Elementary School is ranked #1507 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Herman Elementary School?
59 students attend Herman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Herman Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herman Elementary School?
Herman Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Herman Elementary School offer ?
Herman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Herman Elementary School part of?
Herman Elementary School is part of Herman-Norcross School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 59 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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