Serving 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Nevis Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Nevis Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Nevis, MN, covering approximately 126.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 13.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nevis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nevis Elementary School's student population of 342 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nevis Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nevis Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#292 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
86%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nevis Elementary School's ranking?
Nevis Elementary School is ranked #292 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Nevis Elementary School often compared to?
Nevis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Rapids Senior High School, Nevis Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Nevis Elementary School?
342 students attend Nevis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Nevis Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nevis Elementary School?
Nevis Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nevis Elementary School offer ?
Nevis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nevis Elementary School part of?
Nevis Elementary School is part of Nevis Public School District.
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