LUVERNE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

District Overview
Located at 709 N. Kniss Avenue in Luverne, Minnesota, the Luverne Public School District is an active, traditional public school system serving a rural fringe community positioned within the broader Sioux Falls metropolitan area. Operating five school facilities, the district offers a continuous academic pathway from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, currently serving a student body of 1,142 scholars. Designed to support learners at every developmental milestone, the district delivers a foundational educational experience that nurtures academic growth, social development, and preparation for post-secondary opportunities.

Behind the district’s academic framework is a dedicated workforce of approximately 373 full-time equivalent staff members, reflecting a strong commitment to student achievement and operational excellence. Daily instruction is driven by a teaching force of over 191 full-time equivalent educators, complemented by more than 33 instructional aides who provide targeted classroom support. An additional 148 support staff members ensure that administrative, facility, and student service needs are met seamlessly. For parents, students, and educational researchers alike, the Luverne Public School District stands as a well-resourced model of public education in rural Minnesota.
5
Total Schools
1,142
Total Students
191.2
Full-Time Teachers
6.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for LUVERNE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Demographic Student Count
White948
Hispanic109
Black13
Asian10
Two or More50
American Indian7
Pacific Islander5
  • White
    948 (83.0%)
  • Hispanic
    109 (9.5%)
  • Two or More
    50 (4.4%)
  • Black
    13 (1.1%)
  • Asian
    10 (0.9%)
  • American Indian
    7 (0.6%)
  • Pacific Islander
    5 (0.4%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in LUVERNE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle1
High2
Other2
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:5
Students:1,142*
Teachers (FTE):191.2*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.0
Schools in LUVERNE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Found 6 Schools