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#1047 of 1,992 schools in MN
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New Heights Elementary
Elementary School · East Grand Forks Public Schools
BOX 151, East Grand Forks, MN 56721
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MN statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,047 of 1,992
In East Grand Forks
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
East Grand Forks Public Schools
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New Heights Elementary
Elementary School in East Grand Forks · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About New Heights Elementary
New Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in East Grand Forks, MN, part of East Grand Forks Public Schools. New Heights Elementary serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. New Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,047 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How New Heights Elementary Compares
See how New Heights Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
BOX 151, East Grand Forks, MN 56721
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J NELSON KELLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Grand Forks), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MICHAEL'S SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Grand Forks), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY FAMILY ST. MARYS SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Grand Forks), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in East Grand Forks, see our East Grand Forks schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EAST GRAND FORKS SENIOR HIGH East Grand Forks | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL East Grand Forks | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Grand Forks | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| RIVERSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL East Grand Forks | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ST MICHAEL'S SCHOOL Grand Forks | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| WILDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| PHOENIX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| WINSHIP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Grand Forks | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| HOLY FAMILY ST. MARYS SCHOOL Grand Forks | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| VIKING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| RED RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Grand Forks | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| J NELSON KELLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 3.3 mi | 8.3 |
| SCHROEDER MIDDLE SCHOOL Grand Forks | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| SOUTH POINT ELEMENTARY East Grand Forks | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| COMMUNITY ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Grand Forks | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| LAKE AGASSIZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 2.6 mi | 3.6 |
| PRAIRIE VOYAGER ADVENTIST SCHOOL Grand Forks | 3.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56721 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,633
Median Home Value
$247,200
Median Rent
$876/mo
Population
10,791
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
16.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
35
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Heights Elementary
What grades does New Heights Elementary serve?
New Heights Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend New Heights Elementary?
New Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Heights Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at New Heights Elementary is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Heights Elementary rank in MN?
New Heights Elementary ranks #1,047 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is New Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
New Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New Heights Elementary a charter school?
No, New Heights Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Heights Elementary a Title I school?
No, New Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Heights Elementary?
45.5% of students at New Heights Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 490
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.3%
- Phone
- (218) 773-0908
Resources & Links
District
East Grand Forks Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,942
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,452
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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