Serving 501 students in grades 2-4, Burnside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burnside Elementary School's student population of 501 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Burnside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burnside Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1102 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
74%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burnside Elementary School's ranking?
Burnside Elementary School is ranked #1102 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Burnside Elementary School?
501 students attend Burnside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Burnside Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burnside Elementary School?
Burnside Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burnside Elementary School offer ?
Burnside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burnside Elementary School part of?
Burnside Elementary School is part of Red Wing Public School District.
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