Best Public Schools in Ely, MN

The city of Ely, Minnesota is home to three public schools serving students from elementary through high school: Washington Elementary, Memorial High School, and Memorial Middle School. These schools are part of the Ely Public School District, which is ranked 110th out of 446 districts in Minnesota and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Among the standout schools in Ely, Memorial High School shines, ranking 94th out of 450 Minnesota high schools and earning a 4-star rating. The school has consistently performed in the top 25% of Minnesota high schools over the past 3 years, boasting an impressive 84.2% 4-year graduation rate and a low 4.4% dropout rate. Washington Elementary also stands out, ranking 193rd out of 872 Minnesota elementary schools and earning a 4-star rating. The school's test scores exceed the district and state averages in both math and reading proficiency, and it maintains a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13.3.

While Memorial Middle School is still performing reasonably well, its test scores and statewide ranking are lower compared to the other two schools in the district. The higher student-teacher ratio of 19.3 at the middle school may be a contributing factor to its relatively weaker academic performance. Overall, the Ely Public School District is home to several high-performing schools, with Memorial High School and Washington Elementary standing out as particularly strong performers.