Serving 604 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Rapids Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Rapids Elementary School's student population of 604 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
604 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Rapids Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Rapids Elementary School is 0.22, which is less 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
#592 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
88%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Rapids Elementary School's ranking?
West Rapids Elementary School is ranked #592 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are West Rapids Elementary School often compared to?
West Rapids Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Rapids Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend West Rapids Elementary School?
604 students attend West Rapids Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of West Rapids Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Rapids Elementary School?
West Rapids Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Rapids Elementary School offer ?
West Rapids Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Rapids Elementary School part of?
West Rapids Elementary School is part of Grand Rapids Public School District.
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