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#430 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 22% in state

Shirley Hills Primary School

Elementary School · WESTONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

2450 WILSHIRE BLVD, Mound, MN 55364

Enrollment

445

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#430 of 1,992

In Mound

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

WESTONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Shirley Hills Primary School

7.4/10

Elementary School in Mound · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Shirley Hills Primary School

Shirley Hills Primary School is a public elementary school in Mound, MN, part of WESTONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Shirley Hills Primary School serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Shirley Hills Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #430 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Shirley Hills Primary School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+20.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,329
Chronic Absenteeism19.1%

Shirley Hills Primary School — Students at Shirley Hills Primary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 84.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.5% (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
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
72%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Shirley Hills Primary School Compares

See how Shirley Hills Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
79th percentile in MN
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

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

2450 WILSHIRE BLVD, Mound, MN 55364

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shirley Hills Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ORONO INTERMEDIATE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Long Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF THE LAKE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MINNEWASHTA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Excelsior), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mound, see our Mound schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
OUR LADY OF THE LAKE SCHOOL Mound 0.5 mi 8.6
GRANDVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Mound 0.9 mi 8.3
HILLTOP PRIMARY SCHOOL Minnetrista 1.5 mi 7.0
Westonka Sp Ed ECFE Minnetrista 1.6 mi 4.0
MOUND WESTONKA HIGH SCHOOL Minnetrista 1.6 mi 7.1
Transition Plus Minnetrista 1.6 mi
MINNEWASHTA ELEMENTARY Excelsior 3.1 mi 7.8
ORONO DISCOVERY CENTER Maple Plain 5.2 mi 3.9
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Victoria 5.3 mi 5.3
ORONO INTERMEDIATE ELEMENTARY Long Lake 5.0 mi 8.7
SCHUMANN ELEMENTARY Long Lake 5.0 mi 7.7
ORONO SENIOR HIGH Long Lake 5.2 mi 6.9
ORONO MIDDLE Long Lake 5.3 mi 7.4
MINNETONKA WEST MIDDLE Excelsior 5.0 mi 7.2
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Excelsior 4.8 mi
EXCELSIOR ELEMENTARY Excelsior 4.9 mi 7.2
CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Long Lake 5.4 mi
VICTORIA ELEMENTARY Victoria 6.7 mi 7.4
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC MONTESSORI SCHOOL Excelsior 5.4 mi 6.6
BLUFF CREEK ELEMENTARY Chanhassen 6.3 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55364 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,083

Median Home Value

$411,200

Median Rent

$1,128/mo

Population

13,959

College Educated

50%

Homeownership

81.3%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

46.1

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School Rating
AVON ELEMENTARY Albany, MN 7.4
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EPIPHANY SCHOOL Coon Rapids, MN 7.4
FOLEY ELEMENTARY Foley, MN 7.4
HALVERSON ELEMENTARY Albert Lea, MN 7.4
HAWLEY ELEMENTARY Hawley, MN 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shirley Hills Primary School

What grades does Shirley Hills Primary School serve?

Shirley Hills Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Shirley Hills Primary School?

Shirley Hills Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shirley Hills Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Shirley Hills Primary School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shirley Hills Primary School rank in MN?

Shirley Hills Primary School ranks #430 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Shirley Hills Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Shirley Hills Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Shirley Hills Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shirley Hills Primary School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Shirley Hills Primary School a charter school?

No, Shirley Hills Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Shirley Hills Primary School a Title I school?

No, Shirley Hills Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shirley Hills Primary School?

26.5% of students at Shirley Hills Primary 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
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

District

WESTONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,428
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,329
District Rank
#2 of 5

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