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Little Sand
High School · NORTHLAND COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
316 MAIN ST E, Remer, MN 56672
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Little Sand
Little Sand is a public high school in Remer, MN, part of the NORTHLAND COMMUNITY SCHOOLS. The school serves approximately 9 students in grades 7th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $60,347, where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 9 students, Little Sand is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, Little Sand offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Little Sand may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 9 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Address
- 316 MAIN ST E, Remer, MN 56672
- Website
- isd118.k12.mn.us
- Phone
- (218) 566-2351
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
316 MAIN ST E, Remer, MN 56672
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Little Sand may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HILL CITY SENIOR HIGH (rated 7.2/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Hill City). Another option is GRAND RAPIDS SENIOR HIGH (rated 7.2/10, 23.2 miles away, in nearby Grand Rapids). Additionally, NORTHLAND SECONDARY (rated 6.4/10, 3.2 miles away). For more schools in Remer, see our Remer schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northland Elementary Remer | 3.2 mi | 4.4 |
| NORTHLAND SECONDARY Remer | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| KING ELEMENTARY Deer River | 19.1 mi | 8.2 |
| DEER RIVER SECONDARY Deer River | 19.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Deer River High School ALP Deer River | 19.4 mi | — |
| Deer River Schools SPED Deer River | 19.4 mi | — |
| HILL CITY ELEMENTARY Hill City | 18.3 mi | 8.8 |
| HILL CITY SENIOR HIGH Hill City | 18.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Hill City Middle School Hill City | 18.3 mi | 4.8 |
| COHASSET ELEMENTARY Cohasset | 20.9 mi | 7.3 |
| West Rapids Elementary Grand Rapids | 21.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Crosslake Community Seat Based Crosslake | 29.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Crosslake Community 6-12 Online Crosslake | 29.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Crosslake Community K-5 Online Crosslake | 29.0 mi | — |
| Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig School Bena | 25.0 mi | — |
| GRAND RAPIDS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Grand Rapids | 22.6 mi | 7.1 |
| GRAND RAPIDS AREA LEARNING CENTER Grand Rapids | 22.6 mi | 4.5 |
| GRAND RAPIDS SENIOR HIGH Grand Rapids | 23.2 mi | 7.2 |
| ROBERT J. ELKINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Grand Rapids | 24.2 mi | 6.7 |
| MIDDLE AREA LEARNING CENTER Grand Rapids | 24.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56672 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,347
Median Home Value
$266,900
Median Rent
$854/mo
Population
1,955
College Educated
24.2%
Homeownership
85.2%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
55.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Little Sand has a median household income of $60,347. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $266,900, with a median rent of $854/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.9%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Little Sand
What grades does Little Sand serve?
Little Sand serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Little Sand?
Little Sand has an enrollment of approximately 9 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Sand?
The student-teacher ratio at Little Sand is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Little Sand?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Little Sand has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Little Sand a charter school?
No, Little Sand is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Little Sand a Title I school?
No, Little Sand is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Little Sand?
66.7% of students at Little Sand qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
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- Average (495/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 9
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Cass County
- Phone
- (218) 566-2351
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
NORTHLAND COMMUNITY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 347
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,033
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