Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Linwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Linwood Elementary School's student population of 388 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Rankings
Linwood 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 Linwood Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#918 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
86%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 Linwood Elementary School's ranking?
Linwood Elementary School is ranked #918 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Linwood Elementary School often compared to?
Linwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wyoming Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Linwood Elementary School?
388 students attend Linwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Linwood Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linwood Elementary School?
Linwood Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Linwood Elementary School offer ?
Linwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Linwood Elementary School part of?
Linwood Elementary School is part of Forest Lake 51爆料 District.
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