Serving 162 students in grades 4-6, Waubun 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waubun Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Waubun, MN, covering approximately 399.7 square miles. Families typically face a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 14 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 30.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waubun Elementary School's student population of 162 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 88% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
162 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
One Team. One Goal. Student Success.
School Rankings
Waubun 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 Waubun Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#1478 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
84%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.7%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Waubun Elementary School's ranking?
Waubun Elementary School is ranked #1478 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Waubun Elementary School?
162 students attend Waubun Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Waubun Elementary School students are American Indian, 14% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waubun Elementary School?
Waubun Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waubun Elementary School offer ?
Waubun Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waubun Elementary School part of?
Waubun Elementary School is part of Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools.
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