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#203 of 319 private schools in MN
Northwoods Sda Elementary
Elementary School
95 ACADEMY LN NW, Hutchinson, MN 55350
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#203 of 319
In Hutchinson
#3 of 4
public schools
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Northwoods Sda Elementary
Elementary School in Hutchinson · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Northwoods Sda Elementary
Northwoods Sda Elementary is a private elementary school in Hutchinson, MN. Northwoods Sda Elementary serves approximately 58 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwoods Sda Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #203 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 58 students, Northwoods Sda Elementary 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.
Northwoods Sda Elementary is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Northwoods Sda Elementary compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Hutchinson, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Northwoods Sda Elementary (this school) | 5.9 |
| HUTCHINSON PARK ELEMENTARY | 7.4 |
| CORNERSTONE | — |
| NEW DISCOVERIES MONTESSORI ACADEMY | 7.0 |
| Hutchinson Tiger Elementary | 8.2 |
| HUTCHINSON MIDDLE | 7.7 |
| HUTCHINSON MIDDLE SCHOOL A.L.C. | 4.9 |
| HUTCHINSON WEST ELEMENTARY | 7.0 |
| New Century Academy | 5.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MN.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MN
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
95 ACADEMY LN NW, Hutchinson, MN 55350
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwoods Sda Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DASSEL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Dassel), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hutchinson Tiger Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COKATO ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Cokato), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hutchinson, see our Hutchinson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MAPLEWOOD ACADEMY Hutchinson | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| HUTCHINSON PARK ELEMENTARY Hutchinson | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| HUTCHINSON TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PG Hutchinson | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST ANASTASIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hutchinson | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| HUTCHINSON SENIOR HIGH Hutchinson | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| CROW RIVER AREA LEARNING CENTER Hutchinson | 1.6 mi | — |
| CORNERSTONE Hutchinson | 1.6 mi | — |
| HUTCHINSON NIGHT ALT LEARNING CTR Hutchinson | 1.6 mi | — |
| NEW DISCOVERIES MONTESSORI ACADEMY Hutchinson | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| HUTCHINSON MIDDLE Hutchinson | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| HUTCHINSON MIDDLE SCHOOL A.L.C. Hutchinson | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Hutchinson Tiger Elementary Hutchinson | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| HUTCHINSON WEST ELEMENTARY Hutchinson | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| New Century Academy Hutchinson | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hutchinson | 4.4 mi | 2.4 |
| LAKESIDE ELEMENTARY Glencoe | 8.8 mi | 7.2 |
| DASSEL ELEMENTARY Dassel | 12.9 mi | 8.8 |
| DASSEL-COKATO SENIOR HIGH Cokato | 14.2 mi | 6.9 |
| DASSEL-COKATO MIDDLE Cokato | 14.2 mi | 8.2 |
| COKATO ELEMENTARY Cokato | 14.8 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55350 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,663
Median Home Value
$238,600
Median Rent
$934/mo
Population
18,567
College Educated
25.7%
Homeownership
73.9%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
42.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northwoods Sda Elementary
What grades does Northwoods Sda Elementary serve?
Northwoods Sda Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Northwoods Sda Elementary?
Northwoods Sda Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 58 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwoods Sda Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwoods Sda Elementary is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Northwoods Sda Elementary rank in MN?
Northwoods Sda Elementary ranks #203 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Northwoods Sda Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Northwoods Sda Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Northwoods Sda Elementary a private school?
Yes, Northwoods Sda Elementary is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Northwoods Sda Elementary a religious school?
Northwoods Sda Elementary has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 58
- Gender Split
- 69% M / 31% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- McLeod County
- Phone
- (320) 234-5994
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