Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Shirley Hills Primary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shirley Hills Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Shirley Hills Primary School's student population of 445 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Shirley Hills Primary 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 Shirley Hills Primary School is 0.30, 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
#31 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
83%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Shirley Hills Primary School's ranking?
Shirley Hills Primary School is ranked #31 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Shirley Hills Primary School often compared to?
Shirley Hills Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hilltop Primary School, Excelsior Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Shirley Hills Primary School?
445 students attend Shirley Hills Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Shirley Hills Primary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shirley Hills Primary School?
Shirley Hills Primary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shirley Hills Primary School offer ?
Shirley Hills Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shirley Hills Primary School part of?
Shirley Hills Primary School is part of Westonka Public School District.
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