Serving 555 students in grades 2-5, Oneka Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oneka Elementary School's student population of 555 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oneka Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oneka Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#383 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
4%
12%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oneka Elementary School's ranking?
Oneka Elementary School is ranked #383 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Oneka Elementary School?
555 students attend Oneka Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Oneka Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oneka Elementary School?
Oneka Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oneka Elementary School offer ?
Oneka Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Oneka Elementary School part of?
Oneka Elementary School is part of White Bear Lake School District.
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