Newport Elementary School

Newport Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
851 6th Ave,  Newport, MN
South Washington County School District
3.2
275 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Rich Romano
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
57%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
B+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
57%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
27
Full Time Teachers
27
Teachers in First or Second Year
21.9%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
26.4%
State Average
31.9%
Science
26.5%
State Average
34%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Student Diversity

Female
53.5%
Male
46.5%
White
42.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
18.8%
Black
16.6%
Two or more races
11.1%
Hispanic
10.3%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.2 5 Reviews
1.0 teacher
6/19/2025
I agree Rich is not a good principal and only cares about getting Rich.
1.0 teacher
5/14/2021
Mr Romano drives good teachers and families out of the district. He does not advocate for teachers or students. Outdated textbook curriculum, outdated building and materials. Don’t be fooled do not work here or send your child to school here.
5.0 parent
3/3/2020
Excellent mr Romano really cares and gives 110 % about all his students
5.0 parent
9/1/2015
I love this school. The whole administration is wonderful. All the teachers are great!!! My children never complain about having to go to school. The events are always family based (for all ages even children not old enough to go to school yet). Highly recommended!!!! If I could give more stars I wo...

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Newport Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Newport, MN, in the Newport neighborhood, and is served by the South Washington County School District in Minnesota. The school has a total enrollment of 275 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Academic records show that 57% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 57% are proficient in reading. Newport Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $380,465. Discover additional schools in the area, like Park Senior High School, Hope Christian Academy, Oltman Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Newport has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Newport Elementary School.

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