For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 142 students in Newfolden, MN.
The top ranked public elementary school in Newfolden, MN is Newfolden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newfolden, MN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Newfolden have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Newfolden, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newfolden Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
305 Minnesota Ave W
Newfolden, MN 56738
(218) 874-8805
Newfolden, MN 56738
(218) 874-8805
Gr: 3-6 | 142 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
Nw Region Interdistrict Council
Special Education School
201 W Minnesota Ave
Newfolden, MN 56738
(218) 874-8215
Newfolden, MN 56738
(218) 874-8215
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Newfolden, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Newfolden, MN include Newfolden Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Newfolden?
2 public elementary schools are located in Newfolden.
What is the racial composition of students in Newfolden?
Newfolden public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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