Very Good
#447 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 22% in state
Naytahwaush Community School
Elementary School · NAYTAHWAUSH COMMUNITY SCHOOL
PO BOX 9, Naytahwaush, MN 56566
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#447 of 1,992
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Naytahwaush Community School
Elementary School in Naytahwaush · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Naytahwaush Community School
Naytahwaush Community School is a public elementary school in Naytahwaush, MN, part of NAYTAHWAUSH COMMUNITY SCHOOL. Naytahwaush Community School serves approximately 145 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Naytahwaush Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #447 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Naytahwaush Community School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 145 students, Naytahwaush Community School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Naytahwaush Community School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Naytahwaush Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Naytahwaush Community School — Students at Naytahwaush Community School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How Naytahwaush Community School Compares
See how Naytahwaush Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 9, Naytahwaush, MN 56566
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Naytahwaush Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLEARBROOK-GONVICK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 31.9 miles away, in nearby Clearbrook), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST MICHAEL'S SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Mahnomen), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PINE POINT ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 22.5 miles away, in nearby Ponsford), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Naytahwaush, see our Naytahwaush schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 31.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Circle of Life Academy White Earth | 16.1 mi | — |
| WAUBUN ELEMENTARY Waubun | 15.7 mi | 6.7 |
| WAUBUN SECONDARY Waubun | 15.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Waubun ALC Waubun | 15.7 mi | 4.2 |
| MAGELSSEN ELEMENTARY Fosston | 22.2 mi | 6.9 |
| BAGLEY ALP Bagley | 20.5 mi | — |
| FOSSTON SECONDARY Fosston | 22.4 mi | 8.7 |
| OGEMA ELEMENTARY Ogema | 17.7 mi | 4.8 |
| F.H.L. ACADEMY Bagley | 20.6 mi | 7.1 |
| BAGLEY ELEMENTARY Bagley | 20.9 mi | 4.9 |
| ST MICHAEL'S SCHOOL Mahnomen | 16.4 mi | 7.0 |
| MAHNOMEN SECONDARY Mahnomen | 16.5 mi | 4.8 |
| MAHNOMEN AREA LEARNING CENTER Mahnomen | 16.5 mi | 5.0 |
| MAHNOMEN ELEMENTARY Mahnomen | 16.5 mi | 5.1 |
| BAGLEY SECONDARY Bagley | 21.7 mi | 4.5 |
| PINE POINT ELEMENTARY Ponsford | 22.5 mi | 7.0 |
| DETROIT LAKES AREA LEARNING CENTER Detroit Lakes | 31.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Laker Transitions Detroit Lakes | 31.7 mi | — |
| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Detroit Lakes | 31.6 mi | — |
| CLEARBROOK-GONVICK ELEMENTARY Clearbrook | 31.9 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56566 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,056
Median Home Value
$109,100
Median Rent
$508/mo
Population
594
College Educated
8.1%
Homeownership
53.1%
Poverty Rate
40.1%
Median Age
25
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CROSS OF CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Coon Rapids, MN | 7.3 |
| FRIENDS SCHOOL OF MINNESOTA Saint Paul, MN | 7.3 |
| MABEL-CANTON ELEMENTARY Mabel, MN | 7.3 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL OF LITTLE CANADA Little Canada, MN | 7.3 |
| TRANSFIGURATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakdale, MN | 7.3 |
| AVE MARIA ACADEMY Maple Grove, MN | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Naytahwaush Community School
What grades does Naytahwaush Community School serve?
Naytahwaush Community School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Naytahwaush Community School?
Naytahwaush Community School has an enrollment of approximately 145 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Naytahwaush Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Naytahwaush Community School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Naytahwaush Community School rank in MN?
Naytahwaush Community School ranks #447 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Naytahwaush Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Naytahwaush Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Naytahwaush Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Naytahwaush Community School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Naytahwaush Community School a charter school?
Yes, Naytahwaush Community School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Naytahwaush Community School a Title I school?
No, Naytahwaush Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Naytahwaush Community School?
92.4% of students at Naytahwaush Community School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 145
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Mahnomen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.8%
- Phone
- (218) 935-5025
Resources & Links
District
NAYTAHWAUSH COMMUNITY SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 145
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,787
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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