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#128 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 6% in state

Williams Elementary

Elementary School · ROSEVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

955 W COUNTY RD D, Shoreview, MN 55126

Enrollment

458

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#128 of 1,992

In Shoreview

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#1 of 12

ROSEVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Williams Elementary

8.4/10

Elementary School in Shoreview · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Williams Elementary

Williams Elementary is a public elementary school in Shoreview, MN, part of ROSEVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Williams Elementary serves approximately 458 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Williams Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #128 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Williams Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.8
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+16.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,619
Chronic Absenteeism15.5%

Williams Elementary — Students at Williams Elementary score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.1% (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
73%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
58%
ELA
61%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Williams Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
94th percentile in MN
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

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

955 W COUNTY RD D, Shoreview, MN 55126

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Williams Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Roseville), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Roseville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Valentine Hills Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Arden Hills), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Shoreview, see our Shoreview schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
MOUNDS VIEW BRIDGES PROGRAM Shoreview 0.8 mi
NETS Shoreview 0.8 mi
REACH Academy Shoreview 0.8 mi
ISLAND LAKE ELEMENTARY Shoreview 0.9 mi 7.6
Lionsgate Academy - Lynx Program Shoreview 1.1 mi
Lionsgate Academy - Shoreview Shoreview 1.1 mi 4.8
ROSEVILLE AREA SENIOR HIGH Roseville 1.8 mi 5.9
CENTRAL PARK ELEMENTARY Roseville 1.8 mi 4.0
CONCORDIA ACADEMY Roseville 1.8 mi 5.8
KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Roseville 1.9 mi 8.1
PARKVIEW CENTER SCHOOL Roseville 2.0 mi 7.1
NORTH HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Roseville 1.9 mi 4.8
ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roseville 2.4 mi 8.0
Valentine Hills Elementary Arden Hills 2.2 mi 7.7
EAST VIEW ACADEMY Little Canada 2.4 mi 5.7
Quora Secondary School Little Canada 2.4 mi 5.8
Career and Life Transition Program Roseville 2.2 mi 5.9
FALCON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Falcon Heights 2.9 mi 7.2
BRIMHALL ELEMENTARY Roseville 2.7 mi 5.9
AFSA HIGH SCHOOL Vadnais Heights 2.3 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,017

Median Home Value

$366,400

Median Rent

$1,507/mo

Population

27,484

College Educated

63.1%

Homeownership

80.6%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

44.3

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School Rating
BARNUM ELEMENTARY Barnum, MN 8.4
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CORNELIA ELEMENTARY Edina, MN 8.4
EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids, MN 8.4
HORACE MANN SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN 8.4
Nova Classical Academy Lower School Saint Paul, MN 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Williams Elementary

What grades does Williams Elementary serve?

Williams Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Williams Elementary?

Williams Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 458 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Williams Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Williams Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Williams Elementary rank in MN?

Williams Elementary ranks #128 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Williams Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Williams Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Williams Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Williams Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Williams Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Williams Elementary a Title I school?

No, Williams Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

46.1% of students at Williams 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ramsey County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

District

ROSEVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
7,355
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,619
District Rank
#1 of 12

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