Serving 260 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Bold-bird Island Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bold-bird Island Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Bold-bird Island Elementary School's student population of 260 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
260 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Bold-bird Island 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 Bold-bird Island Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#436 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
12%
White
80%
60%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.4%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bold-bird Island Elementary School's ranking?
Bold-bird Island Elementary School is ranked #436 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Bold-bird Island Elementary School?
260 students attend Bold-bird Island Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Bold-bird Island Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bold-bird Island Elementary School?
Bold-bird Island Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bold-bird Island Elementary School offer ?
Bold-bird Island Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bold-bird Island Elementary School part of?
Bold-bird Island Elementary School is part of Bird Island-Olivia-Lake Lillian School District.
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