White Bear Lake Elementary Distance ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Math Proficiency: 40-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50% in MN)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
138 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-49%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(21-22)2%
2%
Asian
(21-22)29%
7%
Hispanic
(21-22)6%
10%
Black
(21-22)8%
12%
White
(21-22)49%
63%
Hawaiian
(21-22)1%
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)5%
6%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
21%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
6%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend White Bear Lake Elementary Distance?
138 students attend White Bear Lake Elementary Distance.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of White Bear Lake Elementary Distance students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does White Bear Lake Elementary Distance offer ?
White Bear Lake Elementary Distance offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is White Bear Lake Elementary Distance part of?
White Bear Lake Elementary Distance is part of White Bear Lake School District.
School Reviews
Review White Bear Lake Elementary Distance. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Year-Round Schooling in 2026: Updated Parent Guide
Explore the latest 2026 data, trends, costs, and parent planning tips in the ongoing debate over year-round schooling vs the traditional calendar.
No Child Left Behind: Past, Present, and Future of U.S. School Policy
Explore how No Child Left Behind evolved into ESSA, what it means for 2025‑26 schooling, and what parents need to know about testing, admissions planning, and funding.
Understanding Public School Fees & Optional Costs Guide
Discover what public school fees are required versus optional, with 2026 updates for parents, students, and educators on budgeting and planning.
