Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Royal Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 68% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Royal Oaks Elementary serves the northern part of Saint Paul, MN, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a driving time of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 2.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Royal Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Royal Oaks Elementary School's student population of 451 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Royal Oaks Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Royal Oaks Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#262 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
9%
12%
White
57%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Royal Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Royal Oaks Elementary School is ranked #262 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Royal Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Royal Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Crossing Elementary School, Woodbury Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Royal Oaks Elementary School?
451 students attend Royal Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Royal Oaks Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Royal Oaks Elementary School?
Royal Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Royal Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Royal Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Royal Oaks Elementary School part of?
Royal Oaks Elementary School is part of South Washington County Schools.
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