At a glance
Reported students
731
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
45.39
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–04
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Minnesota elementary enrollment
94th percentile
Compared with 1,010 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
655
Hermantown Elementary: 731 reported students.
State peer staffing position
85th percentile
16.1:1 reported; state peer median 13.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 723
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Student–teacher ratio
- 17.6:1
What the reported data says about Hermantown Elementary
Hermantown Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades KG–04 in Hermantown. It is one of 6 current school records connected to Hermantown Community Schools. NCES reports 731 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,010 elementary schools in Minnesota with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 389 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 94th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.1:1, above the Minnesota median of 13.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (88.6%) and multiracial (6%). English learners represent 0.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Hermantown Elementary
- 1How do the reported 16.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 45.39 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1.5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 17.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1.5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1.25
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.33
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.33
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White88.6%
- Hispanic3.3%
- Black0.5%
- Asian1.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Hermantown Community Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Hermantown Middle
Middle · Grades 05–08
677 reported students
Hermantown Senior High
High · Grades 09–12
655 reported students
Hermantown Early Childhood
Other · Grades PK–PK
43 reported students
Hermantown Alternative Learning Prg
High · Grades 09–12
12 reported students
Voluntary Prekindergarten
Other · Grades PK–PK
Enrollment not reported
Public schools near Hermantown Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pike Lake Elementary Elementary · Proctor Public School District | PK–05 | 293 | 3.3 mi |
| Piedmont Elementary Elementary · Duluth Public School District | PK–05 | 410 | 4.9 mi |
| North Star Academy Elementary · Charter · Duluth Public Schools Academy | PK–08 | 572 | 5.3 mi |
| Bay View Elementary Elementary · Proctor Public School District | PK–05 | 529 | 5.6 mi |
| Lowell Elementary Elementary · Duluth Public School District | PK–05 | 312 | 5.9 mi |
| Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion Elementary · Duluth Public School District | KG–05 | 329 | 5.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Hermantown Elementary
What grades does Hermantown Elementary serve?
Hermantown Elementary reports grades KG–04 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Hermantown Community Schools.
How many students attend Hermantown Elementary?
Hermantown Elementary reported 731 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 94th percentile among 1,010 Minnesota elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 723 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Hermantown Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 16.1:1, based on 731 students and 45.39 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Minnesota median for the same school level is 13.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Hermantown Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Hermantown Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Hermantown Community Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Hermantown Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
17.4% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Hermantown Elementary in?
Hermantown Elementary is part of Hermantown Community Schools, based in Hermantown, MN, which operates 6 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Hermantown Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Pike Lake Elementary (3.3 mi), Piedmont Elementary (4.9 mi), North Star Academy (5.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.