For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 621 students in Nevis, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in Nevis, MN are Nevis Elementary School and Nevis Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Nevis, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Nevis have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Nevis, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nevis Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
210 Pleasant St W
Nevis, MN 56467
(218) 652-3500
Nevis, MN 56467
(218) 652-3500
Gr: PK-6 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Nevis Secondary
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
210 Pleasant St W
Nevis, MN 56467
(218) 652-1204
Nevis, MN 56467
(218) 652-1204
Gr: 7-12 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
Nevis Area Learning Program
Alternative School
210 Pleasant St W
Nevis, MN 56467
(218) 652-3500
Nevis, MN 56467
(218) 652-3500
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Nevis, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in Nevis, MN include Nevis Elementary School and Nevis Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Nevis?
3 public schools are located in Nevis.
What is the racial composition of students in Nevis?
Nevis public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Nevis are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Nevis include: Nevis Secondary vs. Nevis Elementary School, Nevis Elementary School vs. Nevis Secondary
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