Serving 656 students in grades 1-4, Big Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Woods Elementary serves the eastern part of Saint Michael, MN, covering an area of approximately 11.3 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 3.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Woods 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
Big Woods Elementary School's student population of 656 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
656 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Big Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Woods Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#80 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Excellence is our tradition
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Big Woods Elementary School is ranked #80 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Big Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Big Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Michael Elementary School, Hanover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Big Woods Elementary School?
656 students attend Big Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Big Woods Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Woods Elementary School?
Big Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Big Woods Elementary School offer ?
Big Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Woods Elementary School part of?
Big Woods Elementary School is part of St. Michael-Albertville Schools.
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