Overview

Northwinds Elementary School is a public school in Buffalo, MN. It is one of 7 elementary schools in Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Public School.

School Rating

Northwinds Elementary School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Minnesota with the same grade levels.
7/10
GreatSchools Rating

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School

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Neighborhood

1111 7th Avenue Northwest
Buffalo, MN 55313
School leader: Carmen Tubbs
(763) 682-8800
(763) 682-8805
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