Needs Improvement
#1980 of 1,992 schools in MN
Red Lake Elementary
Elementary School · RED LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 499, Red Lake, MN 56671
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
2.7
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
2.7
Grades
1st – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,980 of 1,992
In Red Lake
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
RED LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Red Lake Elementary
Red Lake Elementary is a public elementary school in Red Lake, MN, part of RED LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Red Lake Elementary serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Red Lake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,980 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Red Lake Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.4
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Red Lake Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
78% of students at Red Lake Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Red Lake Elementary — Students at Red Lake Elementary score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.6%
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: 1.7/10.
How Red Lake Elementary Compares
See how Red Lake Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 499, Red Lake, MN 56671
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Red Lake Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn (rated 7.7/10, 26.4 miles away, in nearby Bemidji), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTHERN ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 22.9 miles away, in nearby Bemidji), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Schoolcraft Learning Community (rated 6.0/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Bemidji), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Red Lake, see our Red Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RED LAKE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Red Lake | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Endazhi-Nitaawiging Red Lake | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| RED LAKE ALTERNATIVE LEARNING Red Lake | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| RED LAKE SECONDARY Red Lake | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Red Lake Middle School Red Lake | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| RED LAKE MIDDLE LEVEL ALC Red Lake | 1.1 mi | — |
| Red Lake EC Special Education Ext Red Lake | 1.1 mi | — |
| PONEMAH ELEMENTARY Ponemah | 11.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Schoolcraft Learning Community Bemidji | 14.9 mi | 6.0 |
| NORTHERN ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 22.9 mi | 6.6 |
| SOLWAY ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 24.5 mi | 5.3 |
| PAUL BUNYAN CENTER Bemidji | 25.9 mi | — |
| ST MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bemidji | 25.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Voyageurs Expeditionary School Bemidji | 26.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Voyageurs Expeditionary MS Bemidji | 26.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn Bemidji | 26.4 mi | 7.7 |
| TREKNORTH HIGH SCHOOL Bemidji | 26.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Trek North Middle School Bemidji | 26.8 mi | 2.8 |
| BEMIDJI MIDDLE Bemidji | 27.1 mi | 6.6 |
| BEMIDJI MIDDLE ALP Bemidji | 27.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56671 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,750
Median Home Value
$74,400
Median Rent
$468/mo
Population
3,139
College Educated
8.7%
Homeownership
71.3%
Poverty Rate
31.9%
Median Age
24.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Columbia Heights, MN | 2.8 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Saint Cloud, MN | 2.9 |
| North Park School for Innovation Fridley, MN | 2.9 |
| Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School Saint Paul, MN | 3.0 |
| HILLTOP ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights, MN | 3.2 |
| Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-Northrop Minneapolis, MN | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Red Lake Elementary
What grades does Red Lake Elementary serve?
Red Lake Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend Red Lake Elementary?
Red Lake Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Red Lake Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Red Lake 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 Red Lake Elementary rank in MN?
Red Lake Elementary ranks #1,980 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Red Lake Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Red Lake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Red Lake Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Red Lake Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Red Lake Elementary a charter school?
No, Red Lake Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Red Lake Elementary a Title I school?
No, Red Lake Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Red Lake Elementary?
85.6% of students at Red Lake 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
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 487
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Beltrami County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.4%
- Phone
- (218) 679-3329
Resources & Links
District
RED LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,441
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,400
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
Other Schools in This District
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