Serving 775 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 1% 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 81% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Woods Elementary School's student population of 775 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
775 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
North Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Woods Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#16 out of 1773 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Asian
26%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
61%
60%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Woods Elementary School's ranking?
North Woods Elementary School is ranked #16 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are North Woods Elementary School often compared to?
North Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rush Creek Elementary School, Mendota Elementary School, Kimberly Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend North Woods Elementary School?
775 students attend North Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of North Woods Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Woods Elementary School?
North Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Woods Elementary School offer ?
North Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Woods Elementary School part of?
North Woods Elementary School is part of Wayzata Public School District.
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