Serving 223 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Minto Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minto Elementary School's student population of 223 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Motto
'Home of the Rockets and Mustangs'
School Rankings
Minto Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minto Elementary School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#407 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
35%
7%
Black
1%
5%
White
60%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rockets And Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minto Elementary School's ranking?
Minto Elementary School is ranked #407 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Minto Elementary School?
223 students attend Minto Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Minto Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minto Elementary School?
Minto Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Minto Elementary School offer ?
Minto Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minto Elementary School part of?
Minto Elementary School is part of Minto 20 School District.
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