Serving 753 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Blue Heron Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Heron Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Blue Heron Elementary School's student population of 753 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
753 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blue Heron Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Heron Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#111 out of 1734 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
7%
12%
White
73%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Heron Elementary School's ranking?
Blue Heron Elementary School is ranked #111 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Blue Heron Elementary School often compared to?
Blue Heron Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rice Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Blue Heron Elementary School?
753 students attend Blue Heron Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Blue Heron Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blue Heron Elementary School?
Blue Heron Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blue Heron Elementary School offer ?
Blue Heron Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Blue Heron Elementary School part of?
Blue Heron Elementary School is part of Centennial Public School District.
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