Serving 493 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 43% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Burnside Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Red Wing, MN, covering approximately 176.3 square miles. Families in this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burnside Elementary School's student population of 493 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burnside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burnside Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#989 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burnside Elementary School's ranking?
Burnside Elementary School is ranked #989 out of 1,773 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
493 students attend Burnside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Burnside Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burnside Elementary School?
Burnside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than 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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