Serving 557 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cedar Ridge 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 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Ridge 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
Cedar Ridge Elementary School's student population of 557 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire each student to learn continuously.
School Rankings
Cedar Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Ridge Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#165 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
18%
12%
White
46%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Ridge Elementary School is ranked #165 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Cedar Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Point Elementary School, Eagle Heights Spanish Immersion 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 46% MN state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Cedar Ridge Elementary School?
557 students attend Cedar Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Cedar Ridge Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Ridge Elementary School?
Cedar Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cedar Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Ridge Elementary School part of?
Cedar Ridge Elementary School is part of Eden Prairie Public School District.
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