Serving 198 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Maccray West Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than 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 and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maccray West Elementary School's student population of 198 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
Total Students
198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maccray West Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maccray West Elementary 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
#439 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
83%
61%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maccray West Elementary School's ranking?
Maccray West Elementary School is ranked #439 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Maccray West Elementary School often compared to?
Maccray West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School, Prairie Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Maccray West Elementary School?
198 students attend Maccray West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Maccray West Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maccray West Elementary School?
Maccray West Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maccray West Elementary School offer ?
Maccray West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Maccray West Elementary School part of?
Maccray West Elementary School is part of Maccray School District.
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