Serving 743 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rush Creek 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 79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rush Creek 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
Rush Creek Elementary School's student population of 743 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Motto
Dream. Explore. Discover.
School Rankings
Rush Creek 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 Rush Creek Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#30 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
10%
12%
White
69%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rush Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Rush Creek Elementary School is ranked #30 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Rush Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Rush Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech School, Basswood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Rush Creek Elementary School?
743 students attend Rush Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Rush Creek Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rush Creek Elementary School?
Rush Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rush Creek Elementary School offer ?
Rush Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rush Creek Elementary School part of?
Rush Creek Elementary School is part of Osseo Public School District.
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