- Matoska International — Grades K–5 · 543 students
- Otter Lake Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 492 students
- Lincoln Elementary — Grades K–5 · 469 students
- North Star Elementary — Grades K–5 · 467 students
- Oneka Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 463 students
- Vadnais Heights Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 405 students
- Lakeaires Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 396 students
- Willow Lane Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 279 students
- Birch Lake Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 239 students
- Normandy Park Education Center — Grades PK–K · 154 students
- White Bear Lake District Center — Grades PK–PK · 97 students
- Central Middle — Grades 6–8 · 922 students
- Mariner Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 881 students
- White Bear Lake Area High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,572 students
- White Bear Area Learning Center — Grades 9–12 · 140 students
- White Bear Transition Plus Program — Grades 12–12 · 51 students
- White Bear Lake HS Credit Recovery — Grades 9–12 · 1 students
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| Metric | White Bear Lake School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 22 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About White Bear Lake School District
If you live in ZIP 55127 — White Bear Lake, Minnesota — your assigned public schools are operated by White Bear Lake School District. Its 6/10 rating is roughly in line with the Minnesota average across the funding and enrollment measures NCES tracks. The district operates 2 schools, covering Pre-K – 12th. Use the district statistics and boundary map above to confirm the area, then verify your exact school assignment with the district before making a housing decision.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, White Bear Lake School District spends approximately $14,100 per student per year, placing it near the Minnesota state average of approximately $14,000 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At 2 schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, White Bear Lake School District qualifies as a small, community-focused district serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
With a rating of 6/10 (average), White Bear Lake School District ranks among Minnesota’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
White Bear Lake School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 55127
Children in zip code 55127 are assigned to White Bear Lake School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 55127, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact White Bear Lake School District at (651)407-7500 or visit www.isd624.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Minnesota districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in White Bear Lake
For families considering a purchase in the White Bear Lake area, district assignment matters financially. Because White Bear Lake School District serves zip code 55127, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 55127 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Minnesota, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support White Bear Lake School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 55127.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with White Bear Lake School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 55127 data.