Serving 132 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Heron Lake-okabena 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heron Lake-okabena Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Heron Lake-okabena Elementary School's student population of 132 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Heron Lake-okabena 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 Heron Lake-okabena Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#1354 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
17%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heron Lake-okabena Elementary School's ranking?
Heron Lake-okabena Elementary School is ranked #1354 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Heron Lake-okabena Elementary School?
132 students attend Heron Lake-okabena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Heron Lake-okabena Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heron Lake-okabena Elementary School?
Heron Lake-okabena Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heron Lake-okabena Elementary School offer ?
Heron Lake-okabena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heron Lake-okabena Elementary School part of?
Heron Lake-okabena Elementary School is part of Heron Lake-Okabena School District.
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