Wilson Elementary School

1025 Sunny Ln N
Anoka, MN 55303
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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6/
10
Top 50%
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 (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 576 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 50% in MN
  • : 57% (Top 30%)
  • : 46% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : Wilson Elementary serves the west part of Anoka, MN, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles away.
  • 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)
Total Students
576 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

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.
This School
State Level (MN)
#783 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

57%
46%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

46%
51%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
2%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
10%
7%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
6%
12%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
18%
12%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

White
55%
60%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
10%
7%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
45%
0.65

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
8%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

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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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 576 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 57% (Top 30%)
  • : 46% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : Wilson Elementary serves the west part of Anoka, MN, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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