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#765 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 38% in state

Oneka Elementary School

Elementary School · WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT

4888 HERITAGE PKWY N, Hugo, MN 55038

Enrollment

423

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#765 of 1,992

In Hugo

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#6 of 17

WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Oneka Elementary School

6.7/10

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

North Star Elementary

5.7/10

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6.6/10

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About Oneka Elementary School

Oneka Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hugo, MN, part of WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Oneka Elementary School serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Oneka Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #765 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Oneka Elementary School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,111
Chronic Absenteeism11.6%

Oneka Elementary School — Students at Oneka Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 72.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 69.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
86%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
79%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
68%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
68%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
54%
ELA
59%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Oneka Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
62th percentile in MN
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.6%

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

4888 HERITAGE PKWY N, Hugo, MN 55038

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oneka Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby White Bear Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is CENTERVILLE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Centerville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OTTER LAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby White Bear Lake), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hugo, see our Hugo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
North Star Elementary Hugo 0.9 mi 5.7
WHITE BEAR TRANSITION PLUS PROGRAM Hugo 2.2 mi 6.6
CENTERVILLE ELEMENTARY Centerville 2.4 mi 7.7
LILA Upper School Forest Lake 4.2 mi 7.1
OTTER LAKE ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake 5.1 mi 7.5
WHITE BEAR NORTH CAMPUS SENIOR White Bear Lake 5.8 mi 5.6
Forest Lake Area High School Forest Lake 5.8 mi 5.8
CENTRAL MIDDLE White Bear Lake 6.0 mi 5.8
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake 6.2 mi 8.3
Forest Lake Area Middle School Forest Lake 5.9 mi 5.2
ST PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forest Lake 6.3 mi 5.7
LILA Lower School Forest Lake 6.4 mi 5.7
Forest Lake Area Community School Forest Lake 6.5 mi 4.9
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Forest Lake 6.5 mi 5.2
LILA Kinder Center Forest Lake 6.5 mi 4.4
Forest View Elementary Forest Lake 6.6 mi 5.3
BIRCH LAKE ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake 6.7 mi 4.8
North Lakes Academy Upper School Forest Lake 6.8 mi 7.8
FOREST LAKE ELEMENTARY Forest Lake 6.8 mi 5.6
Lino Lakes Elementary Lino Lakes 5.0 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55038 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,194

Median Home Value

$408,000

Median Rent

$1,844/mo

Population

24,246

College Educated

49%

Homeownership

90.7%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

1.5%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oneka Elementary School

What grades does Oneka Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Oneka Elementary School?

Oneka Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oneka Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oneka Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oneka Elementary School rank in MN?

Oneka Elementary School ranks #765 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Oneka Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oneka Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Oneka Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oneka Elementary School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Oneka Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Oneka Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Oneka Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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

22.0% of students at Oneka Elementary School 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.6%

District

WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
8,549
Schools in District
25
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,111
District Rank
#6 of 17

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