Serving 663 students in grades 3-5, Orono Intermediate Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orono Intermediate 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
Orono Intermediate Elementary School's student population of 663 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
663 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
Campus Size
120 acres
School Motto
Where Excellence is a Tradition and a Goal
School Rankings
Orono Intermediate Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orono Intermediate Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#41 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
85%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Orono Public School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildboars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orono Intermediate Elementary School's ranking?
Orono Intermediate Elementary School is ranked #41 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Orono Intermediate Elementary School?
663 students attend Orono Intermediate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Orono Intermediate Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orono Intermediate Elementary School?
Orono Intermediate Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Orono Intermediate Elementary School offer ?
Orono Intermediate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orono Intermediate Elementary School part of?
Orono Intermediate Elementary School is part of Orono Public School District.
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