ROTHSAY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

District Overview
Located at 2040 County Road 52 in Rothsay, Minnesota, the Rothsay Public School District is an active, traditional public school system nestled in a rural remote setting within the greater Wahpeton region. Operating two campus facilities, the district delivers a seamless educational pathway for families, offering comprehensive instruction from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. During the 2024–2025 school year, the district educates a close-knit student body of 334 pupils, including 155 female and 179 male students. Starting with a strong early childhood foundation of 36 pre-kindergarten learners, the district maintains consistent, intimate cohort sizes across all elementary and secondary grades, fostering a supportive environment characteristic of small-town public education.

To ensure high-quality academic programming and individualized care, the Rothsay Public School District maintains a substantial workforce relative to its student enrollment, employing over 101 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated team includes approximately 45 full-time equivalent teachers, complemented by more than 10 instructional aides and 46 support staff personnel who handle specialized services, administration, and facility operations. This generous staffing capacity allows educators to build strong relationships with students and deliver tailored instruction. Families and researchers interested in learning more about the district's programs and community initiatives can reach out directly at (218) 867-2117 or visit their official website at www.rothsay.k12.mn.us.
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Total Schools
334
Total Students
44.6
Full-Time Teachers
7.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ROTHSAY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Demographic Student Count
White312
Hispanic13
Black2
Asian1
Two or More3
American Indian2
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    312 (93.4%)
  • Hispanic
    13 (3.9%)
  • Two or More
    3 (0.9%)
  • Black
    2 (0.6%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.6%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.3%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in ROTHSAY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle0
High1
Other0
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:2
Students:334*
Teachers (FTE):44.6*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.5
Schools in ROTHSAY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Found 2 Schools