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Paul Bunyan Center
School · BEMIDJI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
502 MINNESOTA AVE NW, Bemidji, MN 56601
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
8.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Paul Bunyan Center
Paul Bunyan Center is a public school in Bemidji, MN, part of the BEMIDJI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 90 students in grades Pre-K – Pre-K with a student-teacher ratio of 5.3:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $69,782, where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 90 students, Paul Bunyan Center 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 5.3:1, Paul Bunyan Center 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 90 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Address
- 502 MINNESOTA AVE NW, Bemidji, MN 56601
- Phone
- (218) 333-3100
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
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How Paul Bunyan Center Compares
See how Paul Bunyan Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
502 MINNESOTA AVE NW, Bemidji, MN 56601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paul Bunyan Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn (rated 8.3/10, 2.5 miles away). Another option is Gene Dillon Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away). Additionally, LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 4.7 miles away). For more schools in Bemidji, see our Bemidji schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bemidji | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| BEMIDJI MIDDLE Bemidji | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| BEMIDJI MIDDLE ALP Bemidji | 1.4 mi | — |
| TREKNORTH HIGH SCHOOL Bemidji | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Trek North Middle School Bemidji | 1.5 mi | 2.6 |
| OSHKI MANIDOO CENTER Bemidji | 1.7 mi | — |
| Gene Dillon Elementary School Bemidji | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| FIRST CITY SCHOOL Bemidji | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| BEMIDJI SENIOR HIGH Bemidji | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| BEMIDJI AREA LEARNING CENTER Bemidji | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| BEMIDJI SENIOR LUMBERJACK ALC Bemidji | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| BEMIDJI REGIONAL INTERDIST. COUNCIL Bemidji | 2.5 mi | — |
| J.W. SMITH ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn Bemidji | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Voyageurs Expeditionary School Bemidji | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Voyageurs Expeditionary MS Bemidji | 2.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Lakeside Learning Center Bemidji | 3.0 mi | — |
| ST PHILIP'S SCHOOL Bemidji | 3.0 mi | 4.8 |
| NORTHERN ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 4.1 mi | 4.6 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 4.7 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,782
Median Home Value
$242,400
Median Rent
$1,033/mo
Population
34,700
College Educated
37.8%
Homeownership
66.9%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
36
Community Profile
The community surrounding Paul Bunyan Center has a median household income of $69,782. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $242,400, with a median rent of $1,033/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.6%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paul Bunyan Center
What grades does Paul Bunyan Center serve?
Paul Bunyan Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Paul Bunyan Center?
Paul Bunyan Center has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paul Bunyan Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Paul Bunyan Center is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Paul Bunyan Center a charter school?
No, Paul Bunyan Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Paul Bunyan Center a Title I school?
No, Paul Bunyan Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paul Bunyan Center?
60.0% of students at Paul Bunyan Center 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
- City Safety
- High (5,419/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Bemidji). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 90
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Beltrami County
- Phone
- (218) 333-3100
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
BEMIDJI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,812
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,202
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