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#846 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 42% in state
Bluff View Elementary
Elementary School · LAKE CITY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1156 LAKEWOOD AVENUE, Lake City, MN 55041
Enrollment
586
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
586
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#846 of 1,992
In Lake City
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
LAKE CITY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Bluff View Elementary
Bluff View Elementary is a public elementary school in Lake City, MN, part of LAKE CITY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Bluff View Elementary serves approximately 586 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bluff View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #846 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Bluff View Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Bluff View Elementary — Students at Bluff View Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.4/10.
How Bluff View Elementary Compares
See how Bluff View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1156 LAKEWOOD AVENUE, Lake City, MN 55041
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bluff View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pepin Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Pepin), which scores notably higher. Another option is PLAINVIEW-ELGIN-MILLVILLE PK-3 (rated 7.8/10, 19.3 miles away, in nearby Plainview), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Plum City Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Plum City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lake City, see our Lake City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LINCOLN SECONDARY Lake City | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lake City | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| HOPE FARM SCHOOL Stockholm | 5.6 mi | — |
| Pepin Elementary Pepin | 6.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Pepin High Pepin | 6.1 mi | 6.0 |
| AVE MARIA ACADEMY Plum City | 13.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Plum City Elementary Plum City | 14.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Plum City High Plum City | 14.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ST FELIX SCHOOL Wabasha | 12.4 mi | 7.2 |
| MCF-Red Wing Maginnis High School Red Wing | 14.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Red Wing Senior High Red Wing | 13.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Reach Programs Red Wing | 13.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Pathways Program Grades 8-12 Red Wing | 13.9 mi | 5.0 |
| 5RiversOnline Elementary Red Wing | 13.9 mi | 4.7 |
| 5RiversOnline Secondary Red Wing | 13.9 mi | 2.8 |
| WABASHA-KELLOGG SECONDARY Wabasha | 14.0 mi | 6.8 |
| WABASHA-KELLOGG ELEMENTARY Wabasha | 14.0 mi | 5.6 |
| COLVILL FAMILY EDUCATION CENTER Red Wing | 15.4 mi | 5.4 |
| PLAINVIEW-ELGIN-MILLVILLE PK-3 Plainview | 19.3 mi | 7.8 |
| PLAINVIEW-ELGIN-MILLVILLE HIGH Plainview | 19.3 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55041 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,673
Median Home Value
$265,300
Median Rent
$992/mo
Population
7,532
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
82.5%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
49.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BIRCHVIEW ELEMENTARY Plymouth, MN | 6.5 |
| Bear Cave Intermediate School Stewartville, MN | 6.5 |
| C.E. JACOBSON ELEMENTARY Rush City, MN | 6.5 |
| CAMBRIDGE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Cambridge, MN | 6.5 |
| ISANTI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Isanti, MN | 6.5 |
| JORDAN ELEMENTARY Jordan, MN | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bluff View Elementary
What grades does Bluff View Elementary serve?
Bluff View Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Bluff View Elementary?
Bluff View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 586 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bluff View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bluff View Elementary is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bluff View Elementary rank in MN?
Bluff View Elementary ranks #846 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Bluff View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bluff View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Bluff View Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bluff View Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bluff View Elementary a charter school?
No, Bluff View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bluff View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bluff View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bluff View Elementary?
40.1% of students at Bluff View 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 586
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Wabasha County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.1%
- Phone
- (651) 345-4551
Resources & Links
District
LAKE CITY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,182
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,748
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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