Serving 463 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oneka 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 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oneka Elementary School's student population of 463 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
463 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oneka Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oneka Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#386 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
73%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
White Bear Lake School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oneka Elementary School's ranking?
Oneka Elementary School is ranked #386 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Oneka Elementary School?
463 students attend Oneka Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Oneka Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oneka Elementary School?
Oneka Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oneka Elementary School offer ?
Oneka Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oneka Elementary School part of?
Oneka Elementary School is part of White Bear Lake School District.
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