Serving 5 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Deer River Schools Sped ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer River Schools Sped ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Deer River Schools Sped's student population of 5 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
5 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Motto
Stand Up For Our Youth
School Rankings
The diversity score of Deer River Schools Sped is 0.57, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
20%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
60%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Deer River Public School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
How many students attend Deer River Schools Sped?
5 students attend Deer River Schools Sped.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Deer River Schools Sped students are White, 20% of students are American Indian, and 20% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deer River Schools Sped?
Deer River Schools Sped has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Deer River Schools Sped offer ?
Deer River Schools Sped offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deer River Schools Sped part of?
Deer River Schools Sped is part of Deer River Public School District.
School Reviews
Review Deer River Schools Sped. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
