Serving 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waite Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Waite Park Elementary serves the northern part of Minneapolis, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waite Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Waite Park Elementary School's student population of 266 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waite Park 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 Waite Park Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#208 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
11%
12%
White
59%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waite Park Elementary School's ranking?
Waite Park Elementary School is ranked #208 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Waite Park Elementary School often compared to?
Waite Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pillsbury Elementary School, Webster Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Waite Park Elementary School?
266 students attend Waite Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Waite Park Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waite Park Elementary School?
Waite Park Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waite Park Elementary School offer ?
Waite Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waite Park Elementary School part of?
Waite Park Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Waite Park Elementary School located?
Waite Park Elementary School is located in the Northeast Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 11 other public schools located in Northeast Minneapolis.
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