Serving 418 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crestview Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crestview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Crestview Elementary School's student population of 418 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crestview Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crestview Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#899 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
11%
12%
White
56%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Crestview Elementary School's ranking?
Crestview Elementary School is ranked #899 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Crestview Elementary School?
418 students attend Crestview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Crestview Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crestview Elementary School?
Crestview Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Crestview Elementary School offer ?
Crestview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crestview Elementary School part of?
Crestview Elementary School is part of South Washington County Schools School District.
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