Memorial High School

600 E Harvey St
Ely, MN 55731
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
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Top 50%
Serving 163 students in grades 9-12, Memorial High School ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 163 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Memorial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

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School Overview

Memorial High School's student population of 163 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
163 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
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School Rankings

Memorial High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memorial High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MN)
#598 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
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21-39%
45%
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70-79%
53%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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American Indian
1%
2%
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Asian
n/a
7%
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Hispanic
2%
10%
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Black
2%
12%
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White
87%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.24
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≥90%
84%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
26%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Memorial High School's ranking?
Memorial High School is ranked #598 out of 1,734 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Memorial High School is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Memorial High School?
163 students attend Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Memorial High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Memorial High School?
Memorial High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Memorial High School offer ?
Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Memorial High School part of?
Memorial High School is part of Ely Public School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 163 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : ≥90% (Top 30%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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