Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Normandale Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Normandale Hills Elementary serves the west part of Minneapolis, MN, covering an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Normandale Hills Elementary School's student population of 440 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
Be A Knight, and Do Things Right!
School Rankings
Normandale Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Normandale Hills Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#418 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
21%
12%
Black
19%
12%
White
47%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Normandale Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Normandale Hills Elementary School is ranked #418 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Normandale Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Normandale Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poplar Bridge Elementary School, Ridgeview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Normandale Hills Elementary School?
440 students attend Normandale Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Normandale Hills Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Normandale Hills Elementary School?
Normandale Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Normandale Hills Elementary School offer ?
Normandale Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Normandale Hills Elementary School part of?
Normandale Hills Elementary School is part of Bloomington School District.
In what neighborhood is Normandale Hills Elementary School located?
Normandale Hills 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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