Serving 48 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Nett Lake 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nett Lake Elementary serves the entire district in Orr, MN, encompassing an area of approximately 108.2 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 12.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nett Lake Elementary School's student population of 48 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
48 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Nett Lake Eagles are respectful, responsible, and ready to fly!
School Rankings
Nett Lake 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 Nett Lake Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#1255 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
98%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
2%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.8%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nett Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Nett Lake Elementary School is ranked #1255 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Nett Lake Elementary School?
48 students attend Nett Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Nett Lake Elementary School students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nett Lake Elementary School?
Nett Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nett Lake Elementary School offer ?
Nett Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nett Lake Elementary School part of?
Nett Lake Elementary School is part of Nett Lake Public School District.
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