Serving 402 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ridgeview 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 72% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgeview 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
School Overview
Ridgeview Elementary School's student population of 402 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ridgeview 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 Ridgeview 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
#106 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
13%
12%
White
66%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgeview Elementary School's ranking?
Ridgeview Elementary School is ranked #106 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Ridgeview Elementary School often compared to?
Ridgeview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olson 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 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Ridgeview Elementary School?
402 students attend Ridgeview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Ridgeview Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridgeview Elementary School?
Ridgeview Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ridgeview Elementary School offer ?
Ridgeview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ridgeview Elementary School part of?
Ridgeview Elementary School is part of Bloomington Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Ridgeview Elementary School located?
Ridgeview Elementary School is located in the West Bloomington neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 16 other public schools located in West Bloomington.
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