Serving 423 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northwinds Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwinds 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
Northwinds Elementary School's student population of 423 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwinds Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwinds Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#95 out of 1734 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
2%
12%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwinds Elementary School's ranking?
Northwinds Elementary School is ranked #95 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Northwinds Elementary School often compared to?
Northwinds Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Elementary School, Maple Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Northwinds Elementary School?
423 students attend Northwinds Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Northwinds Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwinds Elementary School?
Northwinds Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwinds Elementary School offer ?
Northwinds Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Northwinds Elementary School part of?
Northwinds Elementary School is part of Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Public Sch School District.
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