Serving 848 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Basswood Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 75% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 848 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Basswood 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
Basswood Elementary School's student population of 848 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
848 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Basswood Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Basswood Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#61 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
11%
12%
White
66%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Basswood Elementary School's ranking?
Basswood Elementary School is ranked #61 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Basswood Elementary School?
848 students attend Basswood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Basswood Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Basswood Elementary School?
Basswood Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Basswood Elementary School offer ?
Basswood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Basswood Elementary School part of?
Basswood Elementary School is part of Osseo Public School District.
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