Serving 638 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech School's student population of 638 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#239 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
20%
7%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
29%
12%
White
38%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech School's ranking?
Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech School is ranked #239 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech School often compared to?
Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rush Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech School?
638 students attend Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 20% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech School?
Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech School offer ?
Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech School part of?
Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech School is part of Osseo Public School District.
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