Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nrheg Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: NRHEG Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ellendale, MN, covering approximately 235.3 square miles. Families within this area typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 17.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nrheg Elementary School's student population of 354 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Rankings
Nrheg Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nrheg Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#645 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
1%
12%
White
90%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nrheg Elementary School's ranking?
Nrheg Elementary School is ranked #645 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Nrheg Elementary School?
354 students attend Nrheg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Nrheg Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nrheg Elementary School?
Nrheg Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nrheg Elementary School offer ?
Nrheg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nrheg Elementary School part of?
Nrheg Elementary School is part of Nrheg School District.
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