Serving 534 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kimberly Lane Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Kimberly Lane Elementary serves families in the northern part of Minneapolis, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kimberly Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kimberly Lane Elementary School's student population of 534 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
School Motto
'We are committed to excellence!'
School Rankings
Kimberly Lane Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kimberly Lane Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#8 out of 1773 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
28%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kimberly Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Kimberly Lane Elementary School is ranked #8 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Kimberly Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Kimberly Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plymouth Creek Elementary School, Greenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Kimberly Lane Elementary School?
534 students attend Kimberly Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Kimberly Lane Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kimberly Lane Elementary School?
Kimberly Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kimberly Lane Elementary School offer ?
Kimberly Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kimberly Lane Elementary School part of?
Kimberly Lane Elementary School is part of Wayzata Public School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
We are thrilled with Kimberly Lane. We started Kindergarten mid-year and just before quarantine, but my son was able to bond quickly with his teacher. The school itself is beautiful, well-managed, and led by an extraordinarily caring principal (Dr. W). Teachers are accessible, caring and capable. There is a lot of school spirit and kids seem to be pretty kind overall. We have been impressed by the diversity at the school (lots of awesome immigrant families from all over the world and some opportunities to share cultures and broaden kids'' horizons). My son genuinely loves school, even during these crazy times. We even adore our bus driver! Yay for Kimberly Lane!
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