Serving 569 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bay View 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 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 569 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bay View Elementary School's student population of 569 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
569 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bay View 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 Bay View Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#514 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
1%
12%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bay View Elementary School's ranking?
Bay View Elementary School is ranked #514 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Bay View Elementary School?
569 students attend Bay View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Bay View Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bay View Elementary School?
Bay View Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bay View Elementary School offer ?
Bay View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bay View Elementary School part of?
Bay View Elementary School is part of Proctor Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Bay View Elementary School located?
Bay View Elementary School is located in the West Duluth neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in West Duluth.
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