Serving 529 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bay View Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Duluth, MN, covering an area of approximately 56.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of about 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 13.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bay View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bay View Elementary School's student population of 529 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
529 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Bay View Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bay View Elementary School is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#406 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
87%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
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 #406 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Bay View Elementary School often compared to?
Bay View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raleigh Primary/el Academy, Congdon Elementary School, Hermantown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Bay View Elementary School?
529 students attend Bay View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Bay View Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bay View Elementary School?
Bay View Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bay View Elementary School offer ?
Bay View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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