Needs Improvement
#418 of 451 schools in ND
Longfellow Elementary School
Elementary School · MINOT 1
600 16th St NW, Minot, ND 58703
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Dakota schools
#418 of 451
In Minot
#18 of 21
public schools
In district
#17 of 20
MINOT 1
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Longfellow Elementary School
Elementary School in Minot · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Longfellow Elementary School
Longfellow Elementary School is a public elementary school in Minot, ND, part of MINOT 1. Longfellow Elementary School serves approximately 432 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Longfellow Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #418 of 451 schools in ND.
Structured state assessment records for Longfellow Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- ND avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Longfellow Elementary School — Students at Longfellow Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ND EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from ND 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: 2.5/10.
How Longfellow Elementary School Compares
See how Longfellow Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 16th St NW, Minot, ND 58703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Longfellow Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOHN HOEVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEL AIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Minot, see our Minot schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOURIS RIVER CAMPUS ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Minot | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| PERKETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| BEL AIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| MAGIC CITY CAMPUS HIGH SCHOOL Minot | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| MINOT PUBLIC SCHOOLS 9-12 VIRTUAL ACADEMY Minot | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| BISHOP RYAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Minot | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| JIM HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Minot | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| CENTRAL CAMPUS SCHOOL Minot | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| ERIK RAMSTAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Minot | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| MINOT PUBLIC SCHOOLS 6-8 VIRTUAL ACADEMY Minot | 2.2 mi | — |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| MINOT PUBLIC SCHOOLS K-5 VIRTUAL ACADEMY Minot | 1.6 mi | — |
| SUNNYSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| OUR REDEEMERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Minot | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot | 2.4 mi | 2.8 |
| JOHN HOEVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot | 3.6 mi | 8.7 |
| DAKOTA MEMORIAL SCHOOL Minot | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,926
Median Home Value
$254,800
Median Rent
$1,030/mo
Population
22,604
College Educated
33.9%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
33.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PRAIRIE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Devils Lake, ND | 3.8 |
| BADLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watford City, ND | 3.7 |
| JEANNETTE MYHRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck, ND | 3.9 |
| LAKE AGASSIZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks, ND | 3.6 |
| SUNNYSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot, ND | 3.6 |
| BEULAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beulah, ND | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Longfellow Elementary School
What grades does Longfellow Elementary School serve?
Longfellow Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Longfellow Elementary School?
Longfellow Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Longfellow Elementary School rank in ND?
Longfellow Elementary School ranks #418 of 451 schools in ND.
What is Longfellow Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Longfellow Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Longfellow Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Longfellow Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Longfellow Elementary School a charter school?
No, Longfellow Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Longfellow Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Longfellow Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Longfellow Elementary School?
37.0% of students at Longfellow Elementary School 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 432
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Ward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.6%
- Phone
- (701) 857-4610
Resources & Links
District
MINOT 1- District Enrollment
- 7,680
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,253
- District Rank
- #17 of 20
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