Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Medford Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Medford Elementary School's student population of 491 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Medford Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Medford Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#693 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
16%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
82%
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
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Medford Elementary School's ranking?
Medford Elementary School is ranked #693 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Medford Elementary School often compared to?
Medford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cannon River Stem School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Medford Elementary School?
491 students attend Medford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Medford Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Medford Elementary School?
Medford Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Medford Elementary School offer ?
Medford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Medford Elementary School part of?
Medford Elementary School is part of Medford Public School District.
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