Serving 234 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: North Woods Elementary serves the northwest part of its school district in Cook, MN, covering an extensive area of approximately 1,784.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 52.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Woods Elementary School's student population of 234 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Woods 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 North Woods Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#491 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
17%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grizzly Brown and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Woods Elementary School's ranking?
North Woods Elementary School is ranked #491 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are North Woods Elementary School often compared to?
North Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floodwood Elementary School, Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 North Woods Elementary School?
234 students attend North Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of North Woods Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Woods Elementary School?
North Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Woods Elementary School offer ?
North Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Woods Elementary School part of?
North Woods Elementary School is part of St. Louis County School District.
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