Serving 129 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maple River West Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maple River West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Maple River West Elementary School's student population of 129 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
129 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maple River West Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maple River West Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#95 out of 1734 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
2%
12%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maple River West Elementary School's ranking?
Maple River West Elementary School is ranked #95 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Maple River West Elementary School?
129 students attend Maple River West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Maple River West Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maple River West Elementary School?
Maple River West Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maple River West Elementary School offer ?
Maple River West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Maple River West Elementary School part of?
Maple River West Elementary School is part of Maple River School District.
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