Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cedar Island Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Island Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cedar Island Elementary School's student population of 468 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
Cedar Island Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Island Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#208 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
22%
12%
White
56%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Island Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Island Elementary School is ranked #208 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Cedar Island Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Island Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak View Elementary School, Basswood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Cedar Island Elementary School?
468 students attend Cedar Island Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Cedar Island Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Island Elementary School?
Cedar Island Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cedar Island Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Island Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Island Elementary School part of?
Cedar Island Elementary School is part of Osseo Public School District.
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