VIKING ELEMENTARY

MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL SCHOOLS
305 MELGAARD
VIKING, MN 56760
102 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 2nd
School Overview
Viking Elementary, located at 305 Melgaard in Viking, Minnesota, is a foundational educational institution serving the local community. As part of the broader Newfolden school district (commonly associated with the Marshall County Central School District), the school is dedicated to providing a structured and supportive learning environment for elementary-aged students. Its location in a small, rural setting allows for a close-knit school community that emphasizes fundamental academic development and character building within a traditional classroom structure.

The school operates under the mission of the Marshall County Central school system, which prioritizes student achievement and community engagement. By maintaining a focus on core curriculum standards and leveraging the resources of the district, Viking Elementary strives to prepare its students for successful transitions into middle and high school. Families and community members can access further information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and district updates through their official website at http://www.newfolden.k12.mn.us.
102
Total Students
9.1
Full-Time Teachers
11.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
32.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    98 (96.1 %)
  • Asian
    2 (2.0 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (1.0 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (1.0 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL SCHOOLS
Phone: (218)523-4425
Website: http://www.newfolden.k12.mn.us/o/ves
Grade Range: Pre-K - 2nd
Total Students: 102
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 9.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 26
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 7

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 3
Kindergarten 29
Grade 1 38
Grade 2 32
Gender Ratio
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
NEWFOLDEN ELEMENTARY
MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL SCHOOLS
141 Students
305 MINNESOTA AVE W
NEWFOLDEN, MN 56738 (10.0 miles away)
Elementary School 3rd - 6th