Serving 648 students in grades 1-4, Big Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Big Woods Elementary School's student population of 648 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Rankings
Big Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Woods Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#80 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
81%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
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 Big Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Big Woods Elementary School is ranked #80 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Big Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Big Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Michael Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Big Woods Elementary School?
648 students attend Big Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Big Woods Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Woods Elementary School?
Big Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Big Woods Elementary School offer ?
Big Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Woods Elementary School part of?
Big Woods Elementary School is part of St. Michael-Albertville Schools School District.
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