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Oakwood Elementary School

17340 County Road 6
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 449 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oakwood Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher 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 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 449 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 10% in MN
  • : 73% (Top 10%)
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Oakwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Oakwood Elementary School's student population of 449 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
Average Class Size
15 students

School Rankings

Oakwood Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakwood Elementary School is 0.43, 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.
This School
State Level (MN)
#109 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
73%
46%
68%
51%
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
13%
12%
White
74%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.43
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Wayzata Public School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Oakwood Elementary School's ranking?
Oakwood Elementary School is ranked #109 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Oakwood Elementary School often compared to?
Oakwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gleason Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Oakwood Elementary School?
449 students attend Oakwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Oakwood Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakwood Elementary School?
Oakwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oakwood Elementary School offer ?
Oakwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakwood Elementary School part of?
Oakwood Elementary School is part of Wayzata Public School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 449 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 73% (Top 10%)
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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