Serving 435 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oak Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (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 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY serves the southeast part of Minneapolis, MN, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most living about a mile away from the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 1.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Grove Elementary School's student population of 435 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Oak Grove is a community working together to create a positive academic and social experience for all learners to SOAR (Success, Optimism, Accountability, Respect).
School Rankings
Oak Grove 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 Grove Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#466 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
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)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
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)21.8%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Oak Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Grove Elementary School is ranked #466 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Oak Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westwood Elementary School, Normandale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% 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 Grove Elementary School?
435 students attend Oak Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Oak Grove Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 13% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Grove Elementary School?
Oak Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oak Grove Elementary School offer ?
Oak Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Grove Elementary School part of?
Oak Grove Elementary School is part of Bloomington School District.
In what neighborhood is Oak Grove Elementary School located?
Oak Grove Elementary School is located in the West Bloomington neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 16 other public schools located in West Bloomington.
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