Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Blackduck Elementary School 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 38% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackduck Elementary School's student population of 437 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Blackduck Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackduck Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1275 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
12%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
77%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackduck Elementary School's ranking?
Blackduck Elementary School is ranked #1275 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Blackduck Elementary School?
437 students attend Blackduck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Blackduck Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackduck Elementary School?
Blackduck Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blackduck Elementary School offer ?
Blackduck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blackduck Elementary School part of?
Blackduck Elementary School is part of Blackduck ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
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