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Northfield Public Schools

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Did you know?

The Finance Department is tasked with ensuring excellence in stewardship, one of the district’s strategic commitments.

Our finance professionals are dedicated to financial management systems that efficiently and effectively maximize the taxpayer dollars entrusted to us.

Finance Team

  • 82.8% of our 2026-27 annual operating budget is for direct student instruction and support.
  • Our District’s AA S&P Bond Rating is a testament to our strong fiscal oversight.
  • In 2024, Northfield spent $7,704 per student on regular instruction. This is $1,146 per student (17%) more than the state average.
  • In 2024, Northfield spent $1,084 per student on administration and district services. This is $288 per student (21%) less than the state average.
  • Northfield has received the School Finance Award from the MN Department of Education for thirteen consecutive years.
  • Enrollment history and projections
    Enrollment history and projections
  • pie graph of budget resources all funds
    pie graph of budget resources all funds
  • pie graph of expenditures by program area
    pie graph of expenditures by program area

Financial Transparency & Reporting

The Northfield Public Schools finance department takes great pride in being transparent with our staff, parents, community and other stakeholders. We strive to provide accurate and relevant information. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the information provided below please contact Val Mertesdorf, Director of Finance.