Serving 256 students in grades 2-6, West 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 64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Murray Co. Central Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 313.2 square miles around Slayton, MN. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 10.1 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 15.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West 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
West Elementary School's student population of 256 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
West 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 West Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#189 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 1999–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Rebel Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #189 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are West Elementary School often compared to?
West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tracy 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 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
256 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of West Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Murray County Central Schools.
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