NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

District Overview
Located at 201 Orchard Street S in Northfield, Minnesota, the Northfield Public School District is an active, traditional public school system serving a thriving community within the Faribault-Northfield metropolitan area. Geographically characterized as a distant town setting, the district operates 12 operational schools that welcome learners across a comprehensive educational continuum, spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. As a non-charter, fully operational public district, it provides a stable foundational structure for local families, combining accessible administrative oversight with a clear commitment to early childhood, elementary, and secondary education.

During the 2024–2025 school year, the district serves a diverse student body of 3,849 enrolled pupils, balancing strong primary grade enrollment with robust high school cohorts. To foster an enriching and supportive learning environment, the district relies on a substantial workforce of over 1,038 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This includes nearly 498 FTE teachers, approximately 86 instructional aides, and over 454 dedicated support personnel. This broad staffing model ensures that students across all 13 grade levels receive well-rounded academic instruction, tailored classroom assistance, and comprehensive administrative support.
12
Total Schools
3,849
Total Students
498.1
Full-Time Teachers
7.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Demographic Student Count
White2,843
Hispanic644
Black93
Asian57
Two or More205
American Indian6
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    2,843 (73.9%)
  • Hispanic
    644 (16.7%)
  • Two or More
    205 (5.3%)
  • Black
    93 (2.4%)
  • Asian
    57 (1.5%)
  • American Indian
    6 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary5
Middle2
High3
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:12
Students:3,849*
Teachers (FTE):498.1*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.7
Schools in NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Found 12 Schools