Serving 243 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 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Humphrey Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Waverly, MN, covering approximately 112.9 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 6.7 miles and the furthest edge located 11.2 miles away.
- 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 243 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
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 0.28, 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
#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
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
84%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
34%
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 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?
243 students attend Humphrey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Humphrey Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Humphrey Elementary School?
Humphrey Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to 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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