Serving 267 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Willow Lane Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Willow Lane Elementary School's student population of 267 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Mascot
Eagle
School Rankings
Willow Lane Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Lane Elementary School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1228 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
15%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
29%
12%
White
29%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Lane Elementary School is ranked #1228 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Willow Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Willow Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Lakeaires Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Willow Lane Elementary School?
267 students attend Willow Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Willow Lane Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Lane Elementary School?
Willow Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Willow Lane Elementary School offer ?
Willow Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willow Lane Elementary School part of?
Willow Lane Elementary School is part of White Bear Lake School District.
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