Serving 391 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 391 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Elementary School is 0.22, which is less 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
#132 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
88%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #132 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
391 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of West Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Murray County Central Schools School District.
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