For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 508 students in Ely, MN.
The top ranked public schools in Ely, MN are Washington Elementary School, Memorial High School and Memorial Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ely, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Ely have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Ely, MN (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 E Harvey St
Ely, MN 55731
(218) 365-6166
Ely, MN 55731
(218) 365-6166
Grades: PK-5
| 225 students
Rank: #22.
Memorial High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 E Harvey St
Ely, MN 55731
(218) 365-6166
Ely, MN 55731
(218) 365-6166
Grades: 9-12
| 163 students
Rank: #33.
Memorial Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 E Harvey St
Ely, MN 55731
(218) 365-6166
Ely, MN 55731
(218) 365-6166
Grades: 6-8
| 120 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Ely, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Ely, MN include Washington Elementary School, Memorial High School and Memorial Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Ely, MN?
3 public schools are located in Ely, MN.
What is the racial composition of students in Ely, MN?
Ely, MN public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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