Serving 729 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cedar Park Elementary Stem 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 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Park Elementary Stem School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cedar Park Elementary Stem School's student population of 729 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
729 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cedar Park Elementary Stem School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Park Elementary Stem School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#427 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
16%
7%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
26%
12%
White
33%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Park Elementary Stem School's ranking?
Cedar Park Elementary Stem School is ranked #427 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Cedar Park Elementary Stem School often compared to?
Cedar Park Elementary Stem Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glacier Hills School - Arts/science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Cedar Park Elementary Stem School?
729 students attend Cedar Park Elementary Stem School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Cedar Park Elementary Stem School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedar Park Elementary Stem School?
Cedar Park Elementary Stem School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cedar Park Elementary Stem School offer ?
Cedar Park Elementary Stem School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cedar Park Elementary Stem School part of?
Cedar Park Elementary Stem School is part of Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District.
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