Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elm Creek 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 49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elm Creek Elementary School's student population of 508 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Elm Creek 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 Elm Creek Elementary School is 0.61, which is more 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
#825 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
14%
12%
White
59%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Elm Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Elm Creek Elementary School is ranked #825 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Elm Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Elm Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Elementary School, Cedar Island 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 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Elm Creek Elementary School?
508 students attend Elm Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Elm Creek Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elm Creek Elementary School?
Elm Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elm Creek Elementary School offer ?
Elm Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elm Creek Elementary School part of?
Elm Creek Elementary School is part of Osseo Public School District.
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