Serving 576 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wilson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilson Elementary School's student population of 576 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Wilson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#783 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
18%
12%
White
55%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Elementary School's ranking?
Wilson Elementary School is ranked #783 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Wilson Elementary School often compared to?
Wilson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andover Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School For Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Wilson Elementary School?
576 students attend Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Wilson Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Elementary School?
Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson Elementary School part of?
Wilson Elementary School is part of Anoka-Hennepin School District.
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