Serving 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waite Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waite Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Waite Park Elementary School's student population of 269 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Waite Park Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waite Park Elementary School is 0.58, which is less 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
#372 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
9%
12%
White
62%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Waite Park Elementary School's ranking?
Waite Park Elementary School is ranked #372 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Waite Park Elementary School often compared to?
Waite Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pillsbury Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Waite Park Elementary School?
269 students attend Waite Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Waite Park Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waite Park Elementary School?
Waite Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waite Park Elementary School offer ?
Waite Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waite Park Elementary School part of?
Waite Park Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Waite Park Elementary School located?
Waite Park Elementary School is located in the Northeast Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 11 other public schools located in Northeast Minneapolis.
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