Serving 460 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, New York Mills Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 66% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New York Mills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New York Mills Elementary School's student population of 460 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New York Mills Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New York Mills Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#404 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
92%
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
34%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New York Mills Elementary School's ranking?
New York Mills Elementary School is ranked #404 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend New York Mills Elementary School?
460 students attend New York Mills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of New York Mills Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New York Mills Elementary School?
New York Mills Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does New York Mills Elementary School offer ?
New York Mills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New York Mills Elementary School part of?
New York Mills Elementary School is part of New York Mills Public School District.
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