Serving 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Neveln 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Neveln Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Austin, MN, covering an area of approximately 30.2 square miles. Most families live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Neveln Elementary School's student population of 381 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Neveln 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 Neveln Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1346 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
38%
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
35%
60%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neveln Elementary School's ranking?
Neveln Elementary School is ranked #1346 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Neveln Elementary School?
381 students attend Neveln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Neveln Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neveln Elementary School?
Neveln Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Neveln Elementary School offer ?
Neveln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Neveln Elementary School part of?
Neveln Elementary School is part of Austin Public School District.
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