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#340 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 17% in state

Cedar Ridge Elementary

Elementary School · EDEN PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

8905 BRAXTON DR, Eden Prairie, MN 55347

Enrollment

490

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#340 of 1,992

In Eden Prairie

#5 of 14

public schools

In district

#5 of 12

EDEN PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Cedar Ridge Elementary

7.6/10

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

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4.5/10

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7.4/10

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About Cedar Ridge Elementary

Cedar Ridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Eden Prairie, MN, part of EDEN PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Cedar Ridge Elementary serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #340 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Cedar Ridge Elementary show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,485
Chronic Absenteeism22%

Cedar Ridge Elementary — Students at Cedar Ridge Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 75.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 77.4% (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
90%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
80%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
76%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
69%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
69%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
63%
ELA
66%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Cedar Ridge Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
83th percentile in MN
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

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

8905 BRAXTON DR, Eden Prairie, MN 55347

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cedar Ridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Point Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SCENIC HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Minnetonka), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHANHASSEN ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Chanhassen), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Eden Prairie, see our Eden Prairie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Eden Prairie Online Secondary Eden Prairie 1.1 mi 4.5
Eden Prairie Online Elementary Eden Prairie 1.1 mi 7.4
CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Eden Prairie 1.2 mi 7.0
Early Childhood Special Ed. Eden Prairie 1.6 mi 6.0
TASSEL TRANSITION Eden Prairie 1.6 mi 6.4
EDEN PRAIRIE SENIOR HIGH Eden Prairie 2.1 mi 7.2
PRAIRIE VIEW ELEMENTARY Eden Prairie 2.4 mi 8.0
Oak Point Elementary Eden Prairie 2.1 mi 9.0
EAGLE HEIGHTS SPANISH IMMERSION Eden Prairie 2.1 mi 7.7
ST HUBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chanhassen 2.3 mi 5.6
Hennepin Gateway To College Eden Prairie 2.3 mi 4.8
CHAPEL HILL ACADEMY Chanhassen 2.5 mi 5.8
CHANHASSEN ELEMENTARY Chanhassen 2.9 mi 8.7
FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY Eden Prairie 3.3 mi 6.4
SWMetro Annica Program Shakopee 2.9 mi
Shakopee East Middle School Shakopee 3.9 mi 6.4
GATEWOOD ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 3.9 mi 4.8
AGAPE CHRISTI ACADEMY Eden Prairie 3.6 mi 8.6
SCENIC HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 4.1 mi 8.9
EDEN LAKE ELEMENTARY Eden Prairie 3.0 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55347 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$152,850

Median Home Value

$493,200

Median Rent

$2,020/mo

Population

30,467

College Educated

67.1%

Homeownership

92%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

43

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FOLWELL ELEMENTARY Rochester, MN 7.6
JANESVILLE-WALDORF-PEMBERTON EL.EM. Janesville, MN 7.6
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cedar Ridge Elementary

What grades does Cedar Ridge Elementary serve?

Cedar Ridge Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Cedar Ridge Elementary?

Cedar Ridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Ridge Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Ridge Elementary is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cedar Ridge Elementary rank in MN?

Cedar Ridge Elementary ranks #340 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Cedar Ridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cedar Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Cedar Ridge Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cedar Ridge Elementary has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Cedar Ridge Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Cedar Ridge Elementary a Title I school?

No, Cedar Ridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

29.6% of students at Cedar Ridge 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

District

EDEN PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
8,963
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,485
District Rank
#5 of 12

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