Serving 279 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 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- 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
School Overview
Willow Lane Elementary School's student population of 279 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
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 0.60. 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
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
16%
12%
Black
28%
12%
White
30%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.8%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
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 Lakeaires Elementary School, Lincoln 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?
279 students attend Willow Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Willow Lane Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Lane Elementary School?
Willow Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, 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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