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#957 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 48% in state
Rice Lake Elementary
Elementary School · OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
13755 89TH AVE N, Maple Grove, MN 55369
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#957 of 1,992
In Maple Grove
#11 of 14
public schools
In district
#10 of 30
OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Rice Lake Elementary
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About Rice Lake Elementary
Rice Lake Elementary is a public elementary school in Maple Grove, MN, part of OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Rice Lake Elementary serves approximately 604 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Rice Lake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #957 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Rice Lake Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Rice Lake 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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Rice Lake Elementary — Students at Rice Lake Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.4%
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: 6.2/10.
How Rice Lake Elementary Compares
See how Rice Lake 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
13755 89TH AVE N, Maple Grove, MN 55369
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rice Lake Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FERNBROOK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BASSWOOD ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OAK VIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maple Grove, see our Maple Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MAPLE GROVE SENIOR HIGH Maple Grove | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| FERNBROOK ELEMENTARY Maple Grove | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Parnassus Prep Sch-Grammar Maple Grove | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric Maple Grove | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Parnassus Preparatory School-Logic Maple Grove | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Minnesota Excellence in Learning Ac Maple Grove | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech Sch Maple Grove | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| OAK VIEW ELEMENTARY Maple Grove | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Maple Grove Middle School Maple Grove | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| CEDAR ISLAND ELEMENTARY Maple Grove | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Osseo Middle School Osseo | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| BASSWOOD ELEMENTARY Maple Grove | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| ELM CREEK ELEMENTARY Maple Grove | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| OSSEO SENIOR HIGH Osseo | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| School #533 Maple Grove | 3.3 mi | — |
| AVE MARIA ACADEMY Maple Grove | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Noble Academy Elementary Brooklyn Park | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Noble Academy Middle School Brooklyn Park | 2.7 mi | 4.4 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brooklyn Park | 2.8 mi | 3.5 |
| MARANATHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brooklyn Park | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55369 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,541
Median Home Value
$356,800
Median Rent
$1,792/mo
Population
38,711
College Educated
51.3%
Homeownership
78.7%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
40.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HAMILTON ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids, MN | 6.3 |
| ISANTI PRIMARY SCHOOL Isanti, MN | 6.3 |
| Las Estrellas Elementary Minneapolis, MN | 6.3 |
| NORTH TRAIL ELEMENTARY Farmington, MN | 6.3 |
| PARK ELEMENTARY Le Sueur, MN | 6.3 |
| PINE RIVER-BACKUS ELEMENTARY Pine River, MN | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rice Lake Elementary
What grades does Rice Lake Elementary serve?
Rice Lake Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Rice Lake Elementary?
Rice Lake Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rice Lake Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rice Lake Elementary is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rice Lake Elementary rank in MN?
Rice Lake Elementary ranks #957 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Rice Lake Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rice Lake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Rice Lake Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rice Lake Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Rice Lake Elementary a charter school?
No, Rice Lake Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rice Lake Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rice Lake Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rice Lake Elementary?
41.4% of students at Rice Lake 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 604
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (763) 420-4220
Resources & Links
District
OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 20,776
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,345
- District Rank
- #10 of 30
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