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#149 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 7% in state

Basswood Elementary

Elementary School · OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

15425 BASS LAKE RD, Maple Grove, MN 55311

Enrollment

848

Student-Teacher

18.4:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#149 of 1,992

In Maple Grove

#2 of 14

public schools

In district

#2 of 30

OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Basswood Elementary

8.3/10

Elementary School in Maple Grove · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Basswood Elementary

Basswood Elementary is a public elementary school in Maple Grove, MN, part of OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Basswood Elementary serves approximately 848 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Basswood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #149 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Basswood Elementary show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.3
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+16.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,345
Chronic Absenteeism16.6%

Basswood Elementary — Students at Basswood Elementary score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 77.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
84%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
76%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
76%
ELA
73%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
79%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
76%
ELA
71%
2021*
Math
76%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
76%
ELA
74%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.

How Basswood Elementary Compares

See how Basswood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
93th percentile in MN
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
5.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

15425 BASS LAKE RD, Maple Grove, MN 55311

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Basswood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Woods Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), with a very similar rating. Another option is FERNBROOK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 3.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PLYMOUTH CREEK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Maple Grove, see our Maple Grove schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
AVE MARIA ACADEMY Maple Grove 1.0 mi 7.2
Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech Sch Maple Grove 2.2 mi 7.4
Meadow Ridge Elementary School Plymouth 1.8 mi 6.4
School #533 Maple Grove 1.8 mi
OAK VIEW ELEMENTARY Maple Grove 2.0 mi 7.5
Minnesota Excellence in Learning Ac Maple Grove 2.8 mi 5.7
RICE LAKE ELEMENTARY Maple Grove 2.8 mi 6.3
CEDAR ISLAND ELEMENTARY Maple Grove 2.2 mi 6.8
WAYZATA HIGH Plymouth 2.8 mi 7.7
THE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM (TAP) Plymouth 2.8 mi 3.3
PLYMOUTH CREEK ELEMENTARY Plymouth 3.3 mi 8.4
Maple Grove Middle School Maple Grove 2.4 mi 6.1
North Woods Elementary School Plymouth 2.7 mi 8.5
KIMBERLY LANE ELEMENTARY Plymouth 3.3 mi 7.8
RUSH CREEK ELEMENTARY Maple Grove 3.1 mi 8.0
FERNBROOK ELEMENTARY Maple Grove 3.7 mi 8.5
Wayzata Transition School Wayzata 3.2 mi 5.7
MAPLE GROVE SENIOR HIGH Maple Grove 3.9 mi 6.4
WEST LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Plymouth 4.3 mi 7.7
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Corcoran 3.8 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$148,122

Median Home Value

$466,400

Median Rent

$1,894/mo

Population

37,873

College Educated

58.5%

Homeownership

86.2%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

41.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BRIDGEWATER ELEMENTARY Northfield, MN 8.3
Byron Intermediate School Byron, MN 8.3
FIELDSTONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Michael, MN 8.3
GREENWOOD ELEMENTARY Plymouth, MN 8.3
Gene Dillon Elementary School Bemidji, MN 8.3
LIBERTY RIDGE ELEMENTARY Woodbury, MN 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Basswood Elementary

What grades does Basswood Elementary serve?

Basswood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Basswood Elementary?

Basswood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 848 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Basswood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Basswood Elementary is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Basswood Elementary rank in MN?

Basswood Elementary ranks #149 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Basswood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Basswood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Basswood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Basswood Elementary has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Basswood Elementary a charter school?

No, Basswood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Basswood Elementary a Title I school?

No, Basswood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Basswood Elementary?

18.6% of students at Basswood Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
848
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

District

OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
20,776
Schools in District
34
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,345
District Rank
#2 of 30

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