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Northwinds Elementary

1111 7Th Ave Nw, Buffalo, MN 55313, United States

+1 (763) 682-8800

http://www.bhmschools.org

6.9

Overall Rating

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Northwinds Elementary Overview

About This School

Northwinds Elementary is a public elementary in Buffalo, Minnesota, serving 419 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 67% in ELA and 71% in math. The school maintains a 14:1 student-teacher ratio with 28 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $79,513. The student body is composed of 52% male and 48% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 94% White, 2% Hispanic, 2% Black, and 1% Two or More Races.

419

Total Students

K-5

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

28 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts67%

Mathematics71%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

K-5

County

Wright County

Students per Counselor

N/A:1

Northwinds Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

67%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 54%State Avg: 48%

71%

Mathematics

City Avg: 49%State Avg: 42%

N/A

Science

Class Information

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 12.5:1

State Avg: 14.3:1

Students per Counselor

Northwinds Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$79,513

City Avg: $95,513

State Avg: $64,511

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio14:1

Students per Counselor:1

Northwinds Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

51.55%

Male

48.45%

Female

Total Enrollment: 419 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White94.03%

Hispanic2.39%

Asian0.24%

Black1.67%

Two or More Races1.43%

Native American0.24%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Northwinds Elementary

Q: What is Northwinds Elementary?

A: Northwinds Elementary is a elementary public located in Buffalo.

Q: How many students attend Northwinds Elementary?

A: Northwinds Elementary has approximately 419 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwinds Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Northwinds Elementary is 14:1.

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Detailed Information about Northwinds Elementary

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Northwinds Elementary - Buffalo, MN

Quick Facts about Northwinds Elementary
School Name	Northwinds Elementary
School Type	public
Grade Levels	K-5
Location	1111 7Th Ave Nw, Buffalo, MN 55313, Buffalo, MN
County	Wright County
Phone	+1 (763) 682-8800
Total Students	419
Student-Teacher Ratio	14:1
Full-Time Teachers	28
Rating	6.9/10
ELA Proficiency	67%
Math Proficiency	71%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Northwinds Elementary

What is Northwinds Elementary?

Northwinds Elementary is a elementary public located in Buffalo.

How many students attend Northwinds Elementary?

Northwinds Elementary has approximately 419 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwinds Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Northwinds Elementary is 14:1.

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