Minnesota New Country Elementary School

127 N 8th St
Henderson, MN 56044
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2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 81 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Minnesota New Country Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 (26-27)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 81 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Bottom 50% in MN
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Minnesota New Country Elementary School's student population of 81 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
81 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
2025
School Calendar

School Rankings

Minnesota New Country Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minnesota New Country Elementary 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.
This School
State Level (MN)
#1541 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
11-19%
46%
30-39%
51%
≤20%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
3%
12%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

White
95%
60%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
2%
7%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
5%
0.10

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
35.8%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
34%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing

Sports

Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Minnesota New Country Elementary School's ranking?
Minnesota New Country Elementary School is ranked #1541 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Minnesota New Country Elementary School?
81 students attend Minnesota New Country Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Minnesota New Country Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minnesota New Country Elementary School?
Minnesota New Country Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Minnesota New Country Elementary School offer ?
Minnesota New Country Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minnesota New Country Elementary School part of?
Minnesota New Country Elementary School is part of Minnesota New Country School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 81 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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