Serving 627 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meadowview Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 66% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadowview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Meadowview Elementary School's student population of 627 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meadowview Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadowview Elementary School is 0.54, which is less 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
#287 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
6%
12%
White
66%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadowview Elementary School's ranking?
Meadowview Elementary School is ranked #287 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Meadowview Elementary School?
627 students attend Meadowview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Meadowview Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadowview Elementary School?
Meadowview Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meadowview Elementary School offer ?
Meadowview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Meadowview Elementary School part of?
Meadowview Elementary School is part of Farmington Public School District.
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