Menahga School is a public high school in Menahga, Minnesota, United States serving grades 9–12; it is located immediately east of U.S. Route 71.
Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Menahga 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 48% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Menahga Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 215.3 square miles in Menahga, MN. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.8 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 16.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Menahga Elementary School's student population of 537 students has grown by 85% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1923
School Calendar
School Rankings
Menahga 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 Menahga Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#670 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
96%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Braves
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Menahga Elementary School's ranking?
Menahga Elementary School is ranked #670 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Menahga Elementary School often compared to?
Menahga Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wadena-deer Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Menahga Elementary School?
537 students attend Menahga Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Menahga Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Menahga Elementary School?
Menahga Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Menahga Elementary School offer ?
Menahga Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Menahga Elementary School part of?
Menahga Elementary School is part of Menahga Public School District.
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