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Akin Road Elementary

Elementary School · FARMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

5231 195TH ST W, Farmington, MN 55024

Enrollment

520

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,273 of 1,992

In Farmington

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

FARMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Akin Road Elementary

5.7/10

Elementary School in Farmington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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5.5/10

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About Akin Road Elementary

Akin Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Farmington, MN, part of FARMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Akin Road Elementary serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Akin Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,273 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Akin Road Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,007
Chronic Absenteeism13.8%

Akin Road Elementary — Students at Akin Road Elementary score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
51%
ELA
51%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.

How Akin Road Elementary Compares

See how Akin Road Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in MN
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5231 195TH ST W, Farmington, MN 55024

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Akin Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHRISTIAN HERITAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Lakeville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Great Oaks Academy - Grammar (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cedar Park Elementary STEM School (rated 8.4/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Apple Valley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Farmington, see our Farmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
MEADOWVIEW ELEMENTARY Farmington 0.9 mi 6.2
LEVI P. DODGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington 1.9 mi 5.5
RIVERVIEW ELEMENTARY Farmington 1.9 mi 4.8
NORTH TRAIL ELEMENTARY Farmington 2.3 mi 6.3
Great Oaks Academy - Grammar Farmington 2.2 mi 8.5
FARMINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Farmington 2.0 mi 5.0
ROBERT BOECKMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington 2.4 mi 5.0
FARMINGTON ELEMENTARY Farmington 2.8 mi 4.3
CHRISTIAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Lakeville 2.8 mi 8.8
East Lake Elementary School Rosemount 3.4 mi 5.6
PARKVIEW ELEMENTARY Rosemount 3.5 mi 5.6
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF APPLE VALLEY Saint Paul 4.0 mi
TRANSITION PLUS Apple Valley 4.5 mi 4.8
COOPERATIVE AREA LEARNING PRG. Rosemount 4.5 mi
917 TEA Apple Valley 4.5 mi 4.8
KENNEDY ELEMENTARY Lakeville 3.7 mi 5.7
CHERRY VIEW ELEMENTARY Lakeville 3.8 mi 7.5
Cedar Park Elementary STEM School Apple Valley 4.5 mi 8.4
DIAMOND PATH EL SCH OF INTL STUDIES Apple Valley 5.0 mi 7.2
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lakeville 3.6 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$123,582

Median Home Value

$350,500

Median Rent

$1,427/mo

Population

36,681

College Educated

36.9%

Homeownership

88.9%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

36.2

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LILA Lower School Forest Lake, MN 5.7
Midway Star Academy Saint Paul, MN 5.7
North Star Elementary Hugo, MN 5.7
RED ROCK ELEMENTARY Woodbury, MN 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Akin Road Elementary

What grades does Akin Road Elementary serve?

Akin Road Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Akin Road Elementary?

Akin Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 520 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Akin Road Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Akin Road Elementary is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Akin Road Elementary rank in MN?

Akin Road Elementary ranks #1,273 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Akin Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Akin Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Akin Road Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Akin Road Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Akin Road Elementary a charter school?

No, Akin Road Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Akin Road Elementary a Title I school?

No, Akin Road Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Akin Road Elementary?

32.1% of students at Akin Road Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dakota County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

District

FARMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
6,630
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,007
District Rank
#3 of 8

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