White Bear Lake Elementary Distance ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
138 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher

School Rankings
White Bear Lake Elementary Distance ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#816 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(21-22)2%
2%
Asian
(21-22)29%
7%
Hispanic
(21-22)6%
10%
Black
(21-22)8%
12%
White
(21-22)49%
63%
Hawaiian
(21-22)1%
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)5%
6%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
21%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Bear Lake Elementary Distance's ranking?
White Bear Lake Elementary Distance is ranked #816 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend White Bear Lake Elementary Distance?
138 students attend White Bear Lake Elementary Distance.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of White Bear Lake Elementary Distance students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does White Bear Lake Elementary Distance offer ?
White Bear Lake Elementary Distance offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is White Bear Lake Elementary Distance part of?
White Bear Lake Elementary Distance is part of White Bear Lake School District.
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