Excellent
#104 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 5% in state
Newport Elementary
Elementary School · South Washington County Schools
851 6TH AVE, Newport, MN 55055
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#104 of 1,992
In district
#2 of 26
South Washington County Schools
Academic performance
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Newport Elementary
Elementary School in Newport · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Newport Elementary
Newport Elementary is a public elementary school in Newport, MN, part of South Washington County Schools. Newport Elementary serves approximately 275 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Newport Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #104 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Newport Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.4
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Newport Elementary — Students at Newport Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.7%
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: 8.3/10.
How Newport Elementary Compares
See how Newport Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
851 6TH AVE, Newport, MN 55055
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Newport Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COTTAGE GROVE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Cottage Grove), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby South Saint Paul), a more accessible option. Additionally, STEAM Academy Charter School (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Inver Grove Heights), a more accessible option. For more schools in Newport, see our Newport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Discovery Charter Elementary School Inver Grove Heights | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| STEAM Academy Charter School Inver Grove Heights | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Nuevas Fronteras Spanish Immersion Saint Paul Park | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| OLTMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cottage Grove | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saint Paul Park | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| KAPOSIA EDUCATION CENTER ELEMENTARY South Saint Paul | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| PULLMAN ELEMENTARY Saint Paul Park | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| HILLTOP ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 2.1 mi | 3.2 |
| IGH EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM Inver Grove Heights | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Saint Paul | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| NEW LIFE ACADEMY Woodbury | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| COTTAGE GROVE ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| GORDON BAILEY ELEMENTARY Woodbury | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL ED PROGRAM South Saint Paul | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| South St. Paul High School South Saint Paul | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| South St. Paul Middle School South Saint Paul | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Next Step Transition Program Cottage Grove | 2.9 mi | 3.7 |
| INVER GROVE HEIGHTS MIDDLE Inver Grove Heights | 3.1 mi | 4.4 |
| 917 Deaf/Hard of Hearing South Saint Paul | 3.1 mi | — |
| LINCOLN CENTER ELEMENTARY South Saint Paul | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,365
Median Home Value
$331,300
Median Rent
$1,080/mo
Population
4,460
College Educated
25.5%
Homeownership
67.6%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
37.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Great Oaks Academy - Grammar Farmington, MN | 8.5 |
| J.A. HUGHES ELEMENTARY Red Lake Falls, MN | 8.5 |
| SPRING GROVE ELEMENTARY Spring Grove, MN | 8.5 |
| AVAIL ACADEMY - BLAINE Minneapolis, MN | 8.4 |
| BARNUM ELEMENTARY Barnum, MN | 8.4 |
| Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart Element Hector, MN | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Newport Elementary
What grades does Newport Elementary serve?
Newport Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Newport Elementary?
Newport Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 275 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Newport Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Newport Elementary is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Newport Elementary rank in MN?
Newport Elementary ranks #104 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Newport Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Newport Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Newport Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Newport Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Newport Elementary a charter school?
No, Newport Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Newport Elementary a Title I school?
No, Newport Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Newport Elementary?
60.7% of students at Newport 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 275
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.8%
- Phone
- (651) 425-4301
Resources & Links
District
South Washington County Schools- District Enrollment
- 19,360
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,992
- District Rank
- #2 of 26
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