Serving 146 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Solway 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 20% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Solway Elementary School's student population of 146 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Our Mission is to empower each learner to succeed in our diverse and changing world.
School Rankings
Solway 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 Solway Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#669 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
15%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Solway Elementary School's ranking?
Solway Elementary School is ranked #669 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Solway Elementary School?
146 students attend Solway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Solway Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Solway Elementary School?
Solway Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Solway Elementary School offer ?
Solway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Solway Elementary School part of?
Solway Elementary School is part of Bemidji Public School District.
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