Serving 93 students in grades 2-4, Newfolden Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Newfolden Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 306.9 square miles in Newfolden, MN. Families typically experience a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newfolden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Newfolden Elementary School's student population of 93 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
93 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newfolden Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newfolden Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#479 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
2%
Showing 1998–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newfolden Elementary School's ranking?
Newfolden Elementary School is ranked #479 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Newfolden Elementary School?
93 students attend Newfolden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Newfolden Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newfolden Elementary School?
Newfolden Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Newfolden Elementary School offer ?
Newfolden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newfolden Elementary School part of?
Newfolden Elementary School is part of Marshall County Central Schools.
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