Excellent
#231 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 12% in state
Rush Creek Elementary
Elementary School · OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
8801 COUNTY RD 101, Maple Grove, MN 55311
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#231 of 1,992
In Maple Grove
#3 of 14
public schools
In district
#4 of 30
OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Rush Creek Elementary
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About Rush Creek Elementary
Rush Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Maple Grove, MN, part of OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Rush Creek Elementary serves approximately 743 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Rush Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #231 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Rush Creek Elementary show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.3
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Rush Creek Elementary — Students at Rush Creek Elementary score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.4%
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: 7.8/10.
How Rush Creek Elementary Compares
See how Rush Creek 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
8801 COUNTY RD 101, Maple Grove, MN 55311
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rush Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FERNBROOK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is North Woods Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BASSWOOD ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Maple Grove, see our Maple Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Corcoran | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Minnesota Excellence in Learning Ac Maple Grove | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech Sch Maple Grove | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| AVE MARIA ACADEMY Maple Grove | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| FERNBROOK ELEMENTARY Maple Grove | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| BASSWOOD ELEMENTARY Maple Grove | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Meadow Ridge Elementary School Plymouth | 3.7 mi | 6.4 |
| MAPLE GROVE SENIOR HIGH Maple Grove | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| RICE LAKE ELEMENTARY Maple Grove | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| North Woods Elementary School Plymouth | 4.3 mi | 8.5 |
| WAYZATA HIGH Plymouth | 4.8 mi | 7.7 |
| THE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM (TAP) Plymouth | 4.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Wayzata Transition School Wayzata | 5.0 mi | 5.7 |
| ROGERS ELEMENTARY Rogers | 5.0 mi | 8.1 |
| MARY QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rogers | 5.4 mi | 5.2 |
| KIMBERLY LANE ELEMENTARY Plymouth | 5.6 mi | 7.8 |
| School #533 Maple Grove | 4.7 mi | — |
| OAK VIEW ELEMENTARY Maple Grove | 4.6 mi | 7.5 |
| CEDAR ISLAND ELEMENTARY Maple Grove | 4.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Parnassus Prep Sch-Grammar Maple Grove | 4.4 mi | 6.6 |
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
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|---|---|
| COUNTRYSIDE ELEMENTARY Edina, MN | 8.0 |
| CROOKED LAKE ELEMENTARY Andover, MN | 8.0 |
| DELANO ELEMENTARY Delano, MN | 8.0 |
| Green Central Elementary Minneapolis, MN | 8.0 |
| JEFFERS POND ELEMENTARY Prior Lake, MN | 8.0 |
| LA ACADEMIA Chaska, MN | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rush Creek Elementary
What grades does Rush Creek Elementary serve?
Rush Creek Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Rush Creek Elementary?
Rush Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 743 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rush Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rush Creek Elementary is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rush Creek Elementary rank in MN?
Rush Creek Elementary ranks #231 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Rush Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rush Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Rush Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rush Creek Elementary has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Rush Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Rush Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rush Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rush Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rush Creek Elementary?
18.4% of students at Rush Creek 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
- 743
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.8%
- Phone
- (763) 494-4549
Resources & Links
District
OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 20,776
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,345
- District Rank
- #4 of 30
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