Serving 1,114 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oxbow Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 39% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,114 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Oxbow Creek Elementary serves the southern part of Champlin, MN, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oxbow Creek 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
Oxbow Creek Elementary School's student population of 1,114 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,114 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
A future without limit
School Rankings
Oxbow Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oxbow Creek Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#132 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
13%
12%
White
61%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.5%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oxbow Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Oxbow Creek Elementary School is ranked #132 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Oxbow Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Oxbow Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Champlin/brooklyn Pk Acd Mathenvsci, Dayton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Oxbow Creek Elementary School?
1,114 students attend Oxbow Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Oxbow Creek Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oxbow Creek Elementary School?
Oxbow Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oxbow Creek Elementary School offer ?
Oxbow Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oxbow Creek Elementary School part of?
Oxbow Creek Elementary School is part of Anoka-Hennepin School District.
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