Serving 87 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Rum River North 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rum River North ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rum River North's student population of 87 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
87 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Rum River North 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 Rum River North is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1578 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
8%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rum River North's ranking?
Rum River North is ranked #1578 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Rum River North often compared to?
Rum River Northis often viewed alongside schools like Pinewood Elementary - Snw, Brookside Academy, Milaca Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rum River North?
The graduation rate of Rum River North is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Rum River North?
87 students attend Rum River North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Rum River North students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rum River North?
Rum River North has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rum River North offer ?
Rum River North offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rum River North part of?
Rum River North is part of Rum River Special Education Cooperative School District.
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