Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mesabi East Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 14% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mesabi East Elementary School's student population of 470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Black and Red
School Calendar
School Motto
To inspire critical-thinking, community-minded, high achieving individuals.
School Rankings
Mesabi East Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mesabi East Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#981 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
86%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mesabi East Elementary School's ranking?
Mesabi East Elementary School is ranked #981 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Mesabi East Elementary School often compared to?
Mesabi East Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Mesabi East Elementary School?
470 students attend Mesabi East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Mesabi East Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mesabi East Elementary School?
Mesabi East Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mesabi East Elementary School offer ?
Mesabi East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mesabi East Elementary School part of?
Mesabi East Elementary School is part of Mesabi East School District.
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