Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Humphrey Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Humphrey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Humphrey Elementary School's student population of 274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
Excellence Through Education
School Rankings
Humphrey Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Humphrey 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
#774 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
87%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Humphrey Elementary School's ranking?
Humphrey Elementary School is ranked #774 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Humphrey Elementary School?
274 students attend Humphrey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Humphrey Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Humphrey Elementary School?
Humphrey Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Humphrey Elementary School offer ?
Humphrey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Humphrey Elementary School part of?
Humphrey Elementary School is part of Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted School District.
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