Serving 397 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Vadnais Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vadnais Heights Elementary School's student population of 397 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vadnais Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vadnais Heights Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#439 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
23%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
8%
12%
White
52%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vadnais Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Vadnais Heights Elementary School is ranked #439 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Vadnais Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Vadnais Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeaires Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Vadnais Heights Elementary School?
397 students attend Vadnais Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Vadnais Heights Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vadnais Heights Elementary School?
Vadnais Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vadnais Heights Elementary School offer ?
Vadnais Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Vadnais Heights Elementary School part of?
Vadnais Heights Elementary School is part of White Bear Lake School District.
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