Serving 661 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eden Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eden Lake 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
Diversity
School Overview
Eden Lake Elementary School's student population of 661 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eden Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eden Lake Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#127 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
31%
12%
White
46%
62%
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
36%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eden Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Eden Lake Elementary School is ranked #127 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Eden Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Eden Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie View Elementary School, Cedar Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Eden Lake Elementary School?
661 students attend Eden Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Eden Lake Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eden Lake Elementary School?
Eden Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eden Lake Elementary School offer ?
Eden Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Eden Lake Elementary School part of?
Eden Lake Elementary School is part of Eden Prairie Public School District.
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