Serving 432 students in grades 3-6, Oak Crest Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Crest Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Belle Plaine school district, encompassing approximately 107.5 square miles. The zone allows for a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.1 miles to its edges and extending up to 8.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Crest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Crest Elementary School's student population of 432 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Crest 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 Oak Crest Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#393 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Be RED
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Crest Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Crest Elementary School is ranked #393 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Oak Crest Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Crest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Prague Middle School, Jordan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Oak Crest Elementary School?
432 students attend Oak Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Oak Crest Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Crest Elementary School?
Oak Crest Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oak Crest Elementary School offer ?
Oak Crest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Crest Elementary School part of?
Oak Crest Elementary School is part of Belle Plaine Public School District.
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