Serving 255 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Nisswa Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nisswa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Nisswa Elementary School's student population of 255 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Nisswa Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nisswa Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
92%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nisswa Elementary School's ranking?
Nisswa Elementary School is ranked #113 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Nisswa Elementary School often compared to?
Nisswa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Staples-motley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Nisswa Elementary School?
255 students attend Nisswa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Nisswa Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nisswa Elementary School?
Nisswa Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nisswa Elementary School offer ?
Nisswa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nisswa Elementary School part of?
Nisswa Elementary School is part of Brainerd Public School District.
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