Excellent
#67 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 3% in state
Waite Park Elementary
Elementary School · Minneapolis Public School District
1800 34TH AVE NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#67 of 1,992
In Minneapolis
#12 of 125
public schools
In district
#11 of 78
Minneapolis Public School District
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Waite Park Elementary
Waite Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Minneapolis, MN, part of Minneapolis Public School District. Waite Park Elementary serves approximately 269 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Waite Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #67 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Waite Park Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Waite Park Elementary — Students at Waite Park Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.4%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How Waite Park Elementary Compares
See how Waite Park 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
1800 34TH AVE NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waite Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILSHIRE PARK ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Saint Anthony), a more accessible option. Another option is YINGHUA ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Bultum Academy (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Columbia Heights), a more accessible option. For more schools in Minneapolis, see our Minneapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHEAST MIDDLE Minneapolis | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Bultum Academy Columbia Heights | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL Saint Anthony | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Early Childhood Special Education ( Saint Anthony | 0.8 mi | — |
| PILLSBURY ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Columbia Heights | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE SENIOR HIGH Saint Anthony | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| ST. ANTHONY MIDDLE Saint Anthony | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Special Education Nonpublic Saint Anthony | 1.0 mi | — |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Columbia Heights | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD Columbia Heights | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Virtual Heights Secondary Columbia Heights | 1.8 mi | — |
| YINGHUA ACADEMY Minneapolis | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| WILSHIRE PARK ELEMENTARY Saint Anthony | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Edison High Minneapolis | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| COLUMBIA HEIGHTS SENIOR HIGH Columbia Heights | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Anchor Columbia Heights | 1.8 mi | — |
| Columbia Heights Transition Program Columbia Heights | 1.8 mi | — |
| GLOBAL ACADEMY New Brighton | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| COLUMBIA ACADEMY Columbia Heights | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55418 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,630
Median Home Value
$332,500
Median Rent
$1,349/mo
Population
31,295
College Educated
51.4%
Homeownership
65.6%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BERT RANEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Granite Falls, MN | 8.7 |
| Oak Ridge Early Learning Center Sartell, MN | 8.7 |
| CEDAR MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Franklin, MN | 8.6 |
| LOWELL ELEMENTARY Brainerd, MN | 8.6 |
| CHRISTIAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Lakeville, MN | 8.8 |
| CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY Cleveland, MN | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waite Park Elementary
What grades does Waite Park Elementary serve?
Waite Park Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Waite Park Elementary?
Waite Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waite Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Waite Park Elementary is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waite Park Elementary rank in MN?
Waite Park Elementary ranks #67 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Waite Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Waite Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Waite Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waite Park Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Waite Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Waite Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waite Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Waite Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waite Park Elementary?
29.4% of students at Waite Park 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
- 269
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.2%
- Phone
- (612) 668-1600
Resources & Links
District
Minneapolis Public School District- District Enrollment
- 29,063
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,839
- District Rank
- #11 of 78
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