Below Average
#1822 of 1,992 schools in MN
Myers-wilkins Elementary
Elementary School · DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1027 N 8TH AVE E, Duluth, MN 55805
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,822 of 1,992
In Duluth
#26 of 28
public schools
In district
#20 of 22
DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Myers-wilkins Elementary
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About Myers-wilkins Elementary
Myers-wilkins Elementary is a public elementary school in Duluth, MN, part of DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Myers-wilkins Elementary serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Myers-wilkins Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,822 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Myers-wilkins Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Myers-wilkins Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
64% of students at Myers-wilkins Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Myers-wilkins Elementary — Students at Myers-wilkins Elementary score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.3/10.
How Myers-wilkins Elementary Compares
See how Myers-wilkins Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1027 N 8TH AVE E, Duluth, MN 55805
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Myers-wilkins Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lowell Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STELLA MARIS ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Duluth, see our Duluth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE MARSHALL SCHOOL Duluth | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| DULUTH AREA LEARNING CENTER Duluth | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Academic Excellence Online Duluth | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ALC Independent Study Duluth | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| ALC School Within a School Duluth | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| CHESTER CREEK ACADEMY Duluth | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| SUPERIOR ACADEMY Duluth | 0.7 mi | — |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Duluth | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| HARBOR CITY INTERNATIONAL CHARTER Duluth | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| SPECIAL ED. N.P. Duluth | 0.9 mi | — |
| THE BRIDGE Duluth | 0.9 mi | — |
| SPIRIT OF THE LAKE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Duluth | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Lowell Elementary Duluth | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion Duluth | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| STONE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Duluth | 1.4 mi | — |
| Arrowhead Academy Duluth | 1.7 mi | — |
| STELLA MARIS ACADEMY Duluth | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| LAKEVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Duluth | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| ORDEAN EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Duluth | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| NORTH STAR ACADEMY Duluth | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,077
Median Home Value
$171,100
Median Rent
$984/mo
Population
10,277
College Educated
36.5%
Homeownership
28.9%
Avg Commute
16.7 min
Poverty Rate
26.1%
Median Age
27.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLACKDUCK ELEMENTARY Blackduck, MN | 4.2 |
| BLOOMINGTON LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bloomington, MN | 4.2 |
| CREST VIEW ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park, MN | 4.2 |
| HARTLEY ELEMENTARY Waseca, MN | 4.2 |
| HILLCREST ELEMENTARY Bloomington, MN | 4.2 |
| LAURA MACARTHUR ELEMENTARY Duluth, MN | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Myers-wilkins Elementary
What grades does Myers-wilkins Elementary serve?
Myers-wilkins Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Myers-wilkins Elementary?
Myers-wilkins Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Myers-wilkins Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Myers-wilkins Elementary is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Myers-wilkins Elementary rank in MN?
Myers-wilkins Elementary ranks #1,822 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Myers-wilkins Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Myers-wilkins Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Myers-wilkins Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Myers-wilkins Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Myers-wilkins Elementary a charter school?
No, Myers-wilkins Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Myers-wilkins Elementary a Title I school?
No, Myers-wilkins Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Myers-wilkins Elementary?
90.3% of students at Myers-wilkins 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 319
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.3%
- Phone
- (218) 336-8860
Resources & Links
District
DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 8,757
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,081
- District Rank
- #20 of 22
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