Serving 144 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: ULEN-HITTERDAL ELEMENTARY's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ulen, MN, covering approximately 211.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the zone's farthest edge located about 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School's student population of 144 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
144 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ulen-hitterdal 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 Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#767 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
79%
60%
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Titans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School's ranking?
Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School is ranked #767 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School often compared to?
Ulen-hitterdal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School?
144 students attend Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School?
Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School offer ?
Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School part of?
Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School is part of Ulen-Hitterdal Public School District.
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