Below Average
#1695 of 1,992 schools in MN
Ponemah Elementary
Elementary School · RED LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
25039 ABINOOJIIN DR, Ponemah, MN 56666
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,695 of 1,992
In district
#5 of 6
RED LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Ponemah Elementary
Elementary School in Ponemah · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ponemah Elementary
Ponemah Elementary is a public elementary school in Ponemah, MN, part of RED LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Ponemah Elementary serves approximately 115 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ponemah Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,695 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Ponemah Elementary show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 115 students, Ponemah 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.
Test scores at Ponemah Elementary 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 6.4:1 students to teachers, Ponemah Elementary 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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Ponemah Elementary — Students at Ponemah Elementary score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.1%
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: 6.5/10.
How Ponemah Elementary Compares
See how Ponemah Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
25039 ABINOOJIIN DR, Ponemah, MN 56666
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ponemah Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHERN ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 32.1 miles away, in nearby Bemidji), which scores notably higher. Another option is KELLIHER ELEMENTARY (rated 6.5/10, 21.9 miles away, in nearby Kelliher), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Schoolcraft Learning Community (rated 6.0/10, 25.4 miles away, in nearby Bemidji), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ponemah, see our Ponemah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
17 within 41.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RED LAKE ALTERNATIVE LEARNING Red Lake | 10.7 mi | 5.6 |
| RED LAKE SECONDARY Red Lake | 10.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Red Lake Middle School Red Lake | 10.7 mi | 5.8 |
| RED LAKE MIDDLE LEVEL ALC Red Lake | 10.7 mi | — |
| Red Lake EC Special Education Ext Red Lake | 10.7 mi | — |
| Endazhi-Nitaawiging Red Lake | 11.3 mi | 4.2 |
| RED LAKE ELEMENTARY Red Lake | 11.6 mi | 2.7 |
| RED LAKE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Red Lake | 11.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Schoolcraft Learning Community Bemidji | 25.4 mi | 6.0 |
| NORTHERN ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 32.1 mi | 6.6 |
| BLACKDUCK ELEMENTARY Blackduck | 26.1 mi | 4.2 |
| BLACKDUCK SECONDARY Blackduck | 26.1 mi | 4.7 |
| KELLIHER ELEMENTARY Kelliher | 21.9 mi | 6.5 |
| KELLIHER SECONDARY Kelliher | 21.9 mi | 6.6 |
| SOLWAY ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 35.7 mi | 5.3 |
| BAGLEY SECONDARY Bagley | 40.3 mi | 4.5 |
| BAGLEY ELEMENTARY Bagley | 41.0 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56666 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,250
Median Home Value
$113,400
Median Rent
$438/mo
Population
1,092
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
57.8%
Poverty Rate
38.2%
Median Age
18.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROWNS VALLEY ELEMENTARY Browns Valley, MN | 4.7 |
| PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saint Cloud, MN | 4.7 |
| RISEN SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mankato, MN | 4.7 |
| ST ANNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Le Sueur, MN | 4.7 |
| ST MAXIMILIAN KOLBE Delano, MN | 4.7 |
| Falcon View Connections Elementary Wabasha, MN | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ponemah Elementary
What grades does Ponemah Elementary serve?
Ponemah Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ponemah Elementary?
Ponemah Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 115 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ponemah Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ponemah Elementary is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ponemah Elementary rank in MN?
Ponemah Elementary ranks #1,695 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Ponemah Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ponemah Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Ponemah Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ponemah Elementary has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ponemah Elementary a charter school?
No, Ponemah Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ponemah Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ponemah Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ponemah Elementary?
79.1% of students at Ponemah 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 115
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Beltrami County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 93.0%
- Phone
- (218) 554-7337
Resources & Links
District
RED LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,441
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,400
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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