Below Average
#1810 of 1,992 schools in MN
Willow Lane Elementary
Elementary School · WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT
3375 WILLOW AVE, White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,810 of 1,992
In White Bear Lake
#18 of 18
public schools
In district
#17 of 17
WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Willow Lane Elementary
Willow Lane Elementary is a public elementary school in White Bear Lake, MN, part of WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Willow Lane Elementary serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Willow Lane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,810 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Willow Lane Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Willow Lane Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
47% of students at Willow Lane 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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Willow Lane Elementary — Students at Willow Lane Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.2%
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: 2.2/10.
How Willow Lane Elementary Compares
See how Willow Lane 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
3375 WILLOW AVE, White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willow Lane Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORMANDY PARK EDUCATION CENTER (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WHITE BEAR MONTESSORI (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Level Up Academy (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in White Bear Lake, see our White Bear Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIBERTY CLASSICAL ACADEMY White Bear Lake | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Gentry Academy High Vadnais Heights | 0.8 mi | — |
| Gentry Academy Middle Vadnais Heights | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Fairview Adolescent Education Progr Maplewood | 1.1 mi | — |
| PrairieCare Maplewood Maplewood | 1.2 mi | — |
| South Campus Education Center White Bear Lake | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| WHITE BEAR SOUTH CAMPUS SENIOR White Bear Lake | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| LAKEAIRES ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| WHITE BEAR MONTESSORI White Bear Lake | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Harmony Learning Center Maplewood | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| WHITE BEAR AREA LEARNING CENTER White Bear Lake | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| WELS North Vadnais Heights | 1.4 mi | — |
| SUNRISE PARK MIDDLE White Bear Lake | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| SUNRISE PARK AREA LEARNING CENTER White Bear Lake | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| MATOSKA INTERNATIONAL White Bear Lake | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| NORMANDY PARK EDUCATION CENTER White Bear Lake | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| WHITE BEAR LAKE DISTRICT CENTER White Bear Lake | 2.0 mi | — |
| Level Up Academy White Bear Lake | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Level Up Academy Middle School White Bear Lake | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Level Up K-5 Virtual Academy White Bear Lake | 1.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,211
Median Home Value
$347,100
Median Rent
$1,494/mo
Population
37,272
College Educated
46%
Homeownership
77.5%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
44
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EASTERN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Saint Paul, MN | 4.3 |
| NOBLE ELEMENTARY Golden Valley, MN | 4.3 |
| PILLSBURY ELEMENTARY Minneapolis, MN | 4.3 |
| Rise Academy Saint Paul, MN | 4.3 |
| SciTech Academy Charter School Richfield, MN | 4.3 |
| BLOOMINGTON LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bloomington, MN | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willow Lane Elementary
What grades does Willow Lane Elementary serve?
Willow Lane Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Willow Lane Elementary?
Willow Lane Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willow Lane Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Willow Lane Elementary is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willow Lane Elementary rank in MN?
Willow Lane Elementary ranks #1,810 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Willow Lane Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Willow Lane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Willow Lane Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willow Lane Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Willow Lane Elementary a charter school?
No, Willow Lane Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willow Lane Elementary a Title I school?
No, Willow Lane Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willow Lane Elementary?
71.2% of students at Willow Lane 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
- 267
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ramsey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.8%
- Phone
- (651) 773-6170
Resources & Links
District
WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 8,549
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,111
- District Rank
- #17 of 17
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