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Bay View Elementary School

8708 Vinland St
Duluth, MN 55810
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 558 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bay View 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 63% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 558 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : Top 30% in MN
  • : 63% (Top 20%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Bay View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Bay View Elementary School's student population of 558 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Empowering Success for All Students

School Rankings

Bay View 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 Bay View Elementary School is 0.20, 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.
This School
State Level (MN)
#406 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
63%
46%
53%
51%
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.20
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bay View Elementary School's ranking?
Bay View Elementary School is ranked #406 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Bay View Elementary School often compared to?
Bay View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raleigh Primary/el Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Bay View Elementary School?
558 students attend Bay View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Bay View Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bay View Elementary School?
Bay View Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bay View Elementary School offer ?
Bay View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bay View Elementary School part of?
Bay View Elementary School is part of Proctor Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Bay View Elementary School located?
Bay View Elementary School is located in the West Duluth neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in West Duluth.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 558 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 63% (Top 20%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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