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#252 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 13% in state

Clear Springs Elementary

Elementary School · MINNETONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

5701 HWY 101, Minnetonka, MN 55345

Enrollment

866

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#252 of 1,992

In Minnetonka

#4 of 17

public schools

In district

#3 of 12

MINNETONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Clear Springs Elementary

7.9/10

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

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8.3/10

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7.7/10

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About Clear Springs Elementary

Clear Springs Elementary is a public elementary school in Minnetonka, MN, part of MINNETONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Clear Springs Elementary serves approximately 866 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Clear Springs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #252 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Clear Springs Elementary show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,594
Chronic Absenteeism12%

Clear Springs Elementary — Students at Clear Springs Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 78.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.9% (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
87%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
83%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
84%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
74%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
74%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
76%
ELA
72%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Clear Springs Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.9/10
87th percentile in MN
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
11%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

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

5701 HWY 101, Minnetonka, MN 55345

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clear Springs Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCENIC HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CHANHASSEN ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Chanhassen), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tonka Online K-5 (rated 8.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Minnetonka, see our Minnetonka schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Tonka Online K-5 Minnetonka 0.1 mi 8.3
MINNETONKA SENIOR HIGH Minnetonka 0.6 mi 7.7
Tonka Online Minnetonka 0.6 mi 5.8
SCENIC HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 0.8 mi 8.9
Shorewood Education Center Shorewood 1.1 mi
DEEPHAVEN EDUCATION CENTER Excelsior 1.6 mi 5.7
DEEPHAVEN ELEMENTARY Wayzata 1.7 mi 6.7
PRAIRIE VIEW ELEMENTARY Eden Prairie 1.8 mi 8.0
MINNETONKA EAST MIDDLE Minnetonka 2.1 mi 7.9
EDEN PRAIRIE SENIOR HIGH Eden Prairie 2.1 mi 7.2
ST THERESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wayzata 2.7 mi 6.7
GATEWOOD ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 2.0 mi 4.8
CHAPEL HILL ACADEMY Chanhassen 2.8 mi 5.8
GROVELAND ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 3.0 mi 7.7
CHANHASSEN ELEMENTARY Chanhassen 2.8 mi 8.7
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC MONTESSORI SCHOOL Excelsior 2.4 mi 6.6
SWMetro Annica Program Shakopee 3.1 mi
ST HUBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chanhassen 3.4 mi 5.6
CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Eden Prairie 3.4 mi 7.0
Eden Prairie Online Secondary Eden Prairie 3.5 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55345 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$143,287

Median Home Value

$478,800

Median Rent

$1,444/mo

Population

21,255

College Educated

64.2%

Homeownership

86.3%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

43.9

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WILDWOOD ELEMENTARY Stillwater, MN 7.9
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DELANO ELEMENTARY Delano, MN 8.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clear Springs Elementary

What grades does Clear Springs Elementary serve?

Clear Springs Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Clear Springs Elementary?

Clear Springs Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 866 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clear Springs Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Clear Springs Elementary is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clear Springs Elementary rank in MN?

Clear Springs Elementary ranks #252 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Clear Springs Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Clear Springs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Clear Springs Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clear Springs Elementary has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Clear Springs Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Clear Springs Elementary a Title I school?

No, Clear Springs Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

11.2% of students at Clear Springs 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
866
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Free/Reduced Lunch
11.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

District

MINNETONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
11,356
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,594
District Rank
#3 of 12

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