Serving 240 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Nisswa Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nisswa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Nisswa Elementary School's student population of 240 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nisswa Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nisswa Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#181 out of 1734 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nisswa Elementary School's ranking?
Nisswa Elementary School is ranked #181 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Nisswa Elementary School often compared to?
Nisswa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Staples-motley Elementary School, Baxter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Nisswa Elementary School?
240 students attend Nisswa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Nisswa Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nisswa Elementary School?
Nisswa Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nisswa Elementary School offer ?
Nisswa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Nisswa Elementary School part of?
Nisswa Elementary School is part of Brainerd Public School District.
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