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#438 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 22% in state

Wilshire Park Elementary

Elementary School · ST. ANTHONY-NEW BRIGHTON SCHOOLS

3600 HIGHCREST RD NE, Saint Anthony, MN 55418

Enrollment

687

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#438 of 1,992

In Saint Anthony

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

ST. ANTHONY-NEW BRIGHTON SCHOOLS

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Wilshire Park Elementary

7.4/10

Elementary School in Saint Anthony · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St. Anthony Village Senior High

5.8/10

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5.3/10

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About Wilshire Park Elementary

Wilshire Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Saint Anthony, MN, part of ST. ANTHONY-NEW BRIGHTON SCHOOLS. Wilshire Park Elementary serves approximately 687 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio.

Wilshire Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #438 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for Wilshire Park Elementary show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above MN schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,209
Chronic Absenteeism12.4%

Wilshire Park Elementary — Students at Wilshire Park Elementary score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 74.6% (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
82%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
85%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
84%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
81%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
79%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
66%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
66%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
60%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Wilshire Park Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
78th percentile in MN
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.4%

Location

3600 HIGHCREST RD NE, Saint Anthony, MN 55418

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wilshire Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WAITE PARK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Minneapolis), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEL AIR ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby New Brighton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bultum Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Columbia Heights), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Saint Anthony, see our Saint Anthony schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE SENIOR HIGH Saint Anthony 0.5 mi 5.8
ST. ANTHONY MIDDLE Saint Anthony 0.5 mi 5.3
Special Education Nonpublic Saint Anthony 0.5 mi
Early Childhood Special Education ( Saint Anthony 0.6 mi
Children's MN Roseville PHP Roseville 1.0 mi
BEL AIR ELEMENTARY New Brighton 1.6 mi 8.2
ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL Saint Anthony 1.5 mi 6.5
WAITE PARK ELEMENTARY Minneapolis 1.3 mi 8.7
Highview Middle School New Brighton 1.9 mi 6.3
NORTHEAST MIDDLE Minneapolis 1.5 mi 5.1
Bultum Academy Columbia Heights 1.4 mi 7.1
GLOBAL ACADEMY New Brighton 1.8 mi 6.4
Career and Life Transition Program Roseville 1.6 mi 5.9
Speech Program - Sp Ed Program New Brighton 2.2 mi 3.9
ECSE PROGRAM New Brighton 2.2 mi 5.8
BIRTH TO TWO ECSE New Brighton 2.2 mi 3.9
PILLSBURY ELEMENTARY Minneapolis 2.1 mi 4.3
HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Columbia Heights 2.0 mi 3.7
EARLY CHILDHOOD Columbia Heights 2.0 mi 5.8
Virtual Heights Secondary Columbia Heights 2.0 mi

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wilshire Park Elementary

What grades does Wilshire Park Elementary serve?

Wilshire Park Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Wilshire Park Elementary?

Wilshire Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 687 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilshire Park Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Wilshire 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 Wilshire Park Elementary rank in MN?

Wilshire Park Elementary ranks #438 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Wilshire Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Wilshire Park Elementary 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 Wilshire Park Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilshire Park Elementary has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wilshire Park Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Wilshire Park Elementary a Title I school?

No, Wilshire Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

30.0% of students at Wilshire 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
687
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.4%

District

ST. ANTHONY-NEW BRIGHTON SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
1,856
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,209
District Rank
#1 of 3

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