Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Barnesville Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barnesville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barnesville Elementary School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
'Commitment to Excellence'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Barnesville Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barnesville Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#239 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Barnesville Public School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnesville Elementary School's ranking?
Barnesville Elementary School is ranked #239 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Barnesville Elementary School often compared to?
Barnesville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Barnesville Elementary School?
490 students attend Barnesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Barnesville Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barnesville Elementary School?
Barnesville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barnesville Elementary School offer ?
Barnesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barnesville Elementary School part of?
Barnesville Elementary School is part of Barnesville Public School District.
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