Serving 554 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Meadowvale 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 74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Meadowvale Elementary serves the northwest part of Elk River, MN, covering an area of approximately 26.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 7.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadowvale 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
Meadowvale Elementary School's student population of 554 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
554 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meadowvale 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 Meadowvale Elementary School is 0.29, which is less 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
#106 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
84%
60%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Meadowvale Elementary School's ranking?
Meadowvale Elementary School is ranked #106 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Meadowvale Elementary School often compared to?
Meadowvale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parker Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Meadowvale Elementary School?
554 students attend Meadowvale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Meadowvale Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadowvale Elementary School?
Meadowvale Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meadowvale Elementary School offer ?
Meadowvale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadowvale Elementary School part of?
Meadowvale Elementary School is part of Elk River Public School District.
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