Ely Memorial High School is a public high school located in Ely, Minnesota, United States.
Serving 146 students in grades 6-8, Memorial Middle 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Memorial Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ely, MN, covering approximately 249.6 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Memorial Middle School's student population of 146 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
146 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1924
School Rankings
Memorial Middle 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 Memorial Middle School is 0.10, 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
#844 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
95%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red
School Mascot
Timberwolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial Middle School's ranking?
Memorial Middle School is ranked #844 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Memorial Middle School?
146 students attend Memorial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Memorial Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial Middle School?
Memorial Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Memorial Middle School offer ?
Memorial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Memorial Middle School part of?
Memorial Middle School is part of Ely Public School District.
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