For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 360 students in Ely, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Ely, MN are Washington Elementary School and Memorial Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ely, MN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Ely have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools in Ely, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
520 E Harvey St
Ely, MN 55731
(218) 365-6166
Ely, MN 55731
(218) 365-6166
Grades: PK-5
| 201 students
Rank: #22.
Memorial Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 E Harvey St
Ely, MN 55731
(218) 365-6166
Ely, MN 55731
(218) 365-6166
Grades: 6-8
| 159 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Ely, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Ely, MN include Washington Elementary School and Memorial Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Ely?
2 public elementary schools are located in Ely.
What is the racial composition of students in Ely?
Ely public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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