Serving 264 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ogilvie Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower 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 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ogilvie Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Ogilvie, MN, encompassing approximately 154.9 square miles. The zone is designed for a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.8 miles from the school to its edge and a maximum reach of 12.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ogilvie Elementary School's student population of 264 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ogilvie Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ogilvie Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#950 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
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)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Ogilvie Elementary School's ranking?
Ogilvie Elementary School is ranked #950 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Ogilvie Elementary School?
264 students attend Ogilvie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Ogilvie Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ogilvie Elementary School?
Ogilvie Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ogilvie Elementary School offer ?
Ogilvie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ogilvie Elementary School part of?
Ogilvie Elementary School is part of Ogilvie Public School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Sincere dedication - providing each child with special attention & caring, making 'learning fun & rewarding' is the educational atmosphere created by Ogilvie's Elementary Principal,Sandra Lindstrom. Parents can be so thankful she inspires a 'love of learning'. I definitely recommend this school - Sandra Lindstrom deserves our 'Thank you' for creating a great learning atmosphere.
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