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Aquila Elementary

Elementary School · ST. LOUIS PARK PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.

8500 W 31ST ST, Saint Louis Park, MN 55426

Enrollment

499

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,012 of 1,992

In Saint Louis Park

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

ST. LOUIS PARK PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.

Academic performance

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Aquila Elementary

6.2/10

Elementary School in Saint Louis Park · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.8/10

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About Aquila Elementary

Aquila Elementary is a public elementary school in Saint Louis Park, MN, part of ST. LOUIS PARK PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. Aquila Elementary serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio.

Aquila Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,012 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for Aquila Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,723
Chronic Absenteeism24%

Aquila Elementary — Students at Aquila Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.6% (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
72%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
55%
ELA
48%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Aquila Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
49th percentile in MN
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

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

8500 W 31ST ST, Saint Louis Park, MN 55426

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Aquila Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST. LOUIS PARK SPECIAL ED. PROGRAM (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Xinxing Academy (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Hopkins), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Louis Park, see our Saint Louis Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
PARK SPANISH IMMERSION ELEMENTARY Saint Louis Park 0.8 mi 6.4
ST. LOUIS PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Saint Louis Park 1.1 mi 4.8
TRANSITION PLUS Hopkins 1.1 mi 6.0
METROPOLITAN OPEN SCHOOL Saint Louis Park 1.2 mi
THE BLAKE SCHOOL Hopkins 1.7 mi 8.1
ST. LOUIS PARK SENIOR HIGH Saint Louis Park 1.3 mi 6.3
SPECIAL ED. Saint Louis Park 1.3 mi
PETER HOBART ELEMENTARY Saint Louis Park 1.4 mi 5.2
HARLEY HOPKINS FAMILY CENTER Hopkins 1.9 mi 5.9
Hopkins North Middle School Minnetonka 1.4 mi 5.8
HOPKINS SENIOR HIGH Minnetonka 1.5 mi 5.9
ALICE SMITH ELEMENTARY Hopkins 1.6 mi 5.1
ST. LOUIS PARK SPECIAL ED. PROGRAM Saint Louis Park 1.5 mi 8.1
School #527 Hopkins 1.6 mi 5.5
EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY Hopkins 1.6 mi 3.4
Xinxing Academy Hopkins 1.6 mi 7.8
HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Saint Louis Park 1.6 mi 8.0
L.H. TANGLEN ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 1.7 mi 5.6
GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL Golden Valley 2.3 mi 5.9
Ubah Academy Hopkins 2.4 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55426 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,887

Median Home Value

$345,000

Median Rent

$1,512/mo

Population

25,451

College Educated

56.3%

Homeownership

64.8%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

9%

Median Age

36.8

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LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY Little Falls, MN 6.2
Lincoln Elementary School for Arts Anoka, MN 6.2
MAXFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN 6.2
MEADOWVIEW ELEMENTARY Farmington, MN 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Aquila Elementary

What grades does Aquila Elementary serve?

Aquila Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Aquila Elementary?

Aquila Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Aquila Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Aquila Elementary is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Aquila Elementary rank in MN?

Aquila Elementary ranks #1,012 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Aquila Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Aquila Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Aquila Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Aquila Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Aquila Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Aquila Elementary a Title I school?

No, Aquila Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

46.7% of students at Aquila 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
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
82 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

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