MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL

MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the ELY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in ELY, MN with about 166 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 13 teachers, MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL, located at 600 E Harvey St in Ely, Minnesota, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the Ely Public Schools district. Situated in the heart of the Iron Range, the school reflects the unique character of its community, often leveraging its proximity to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness to integrate outdoor education and environmental stewardship into its academic culture. As a smaller school setting, it provides a tight-knit environment that emphasizes personalized attention and strong faculty-student relationships.

The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both post-secondary education and the regional workforce. Beyond core academic requirements, MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL is known for maintaining a robust selection of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, arts programs, and various clubs that foster student engagement. By balancing traditional scholastic rigor with the distinct cultural identity of Ely, the institution plays a central role in the social and educational development of the local youth.

For more information, contact MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL at (218) 365-6166 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.