Below Average
#1832 of 1,992 schools in MN
Dakota Ridge School
School · ROSEMOUNT-APPLE VALLEY-EAGAN
4629 144TH ST W, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,832 of 1,992
In Apple Valley
#18 of 19
public schools
In district
#35 of 36
ROSEMOUNT-APPLE VALLEY-EAGAN
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Dakota Ridge School
Dakota Ridge School is a public school in Apple Valley, MN, part of ROSEMOUNT-APPLE VALLEY-EAGAN. Dakota Ridge School serves approximately 107 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Dakota Ridge School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,832 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Dakota Ridge School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 107 students, Dakota Ridge School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Dakota Ridge School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 4.3:1 students to teachers, Dakota Ridge School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Dakota Ridge School — Students at Dakota Ridge School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.4%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.7/10.
How Dakota Ridge School Compares
See how Dakota Ridge School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4629 144TH ST W, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dakota Ridge School may also want to explore other schools in the area. FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.1 miles away, in nearby Rosemount), which scores notably higher. Another option is 917 IDEA (rated 5.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Rosemount), which scores notably higher. Additionally, 917 TEA (rated 4.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Apple Valley, see our Apple Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DIAMOND PATH EL SCH OF INTL STUDIES Apple Valley | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| ABE Diploma Program Apple Valley | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Dakota Valley Learning Center Apple Valley | 0.1 mi | 3.8 |
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Rosemount | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| SCOTT HIGHLANDS MIDDLE Apple Valley | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| SHANNON PARK ELEMENTARY Rosemount | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Apple Valley | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF APPLE VALLEY Saint Paul | 1.4 mi | — |
| ROSEMOUNT SENIOR HIGH Rosemount | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| East Lake Elementary School Rosemount | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| 917 TEA Apple Valley | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| TRANSITION PLUS Apple Valley | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| COOPERATIVE AREA LEARNING PRG. Rosemount | 1.4 mi | — |
| ROSEMOUNT ELEMENTARY Rosemount | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| ROSEMOUNT MIDDLE Rosemount | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| HERITAGE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Apple Valley | 1.7 mi | — |
| FALCON RIDGE MIDDLE Apple Valley | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| EASTVIEW SENIOR HIGH Apple Valley | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| 917 IDEA Rosemount | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| 917 SUN Rosemount | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,354
Median Home Value
$354,200
Median Rent
$1,676/mo
Population
55,675
College Educated
45.9%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 917 SUN Rosemount, MN | 4.5 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Foreston, MN | 3.8 |
| RIVER BEND EDUCATIONAL CENTER Minneapolis, MN | 4.7 |
| SWMetro Online Learning Shakopee, MN | 4.7 |
| Karner Blue Education Center Circle Pines, MN | 4.8 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hibbing, MN | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dakota Ridge School
What grades does Dakota Ridge School serve?
Dakota Ridge School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Dakota Ridge School?
Dakota Ridge School has an enrollment of approximately 107 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dakota Ridge School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dakota Ridge School is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dakota Ridge School rank in MN?
Dakota Ridge School ranks #1,832 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Dakota Ridge School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dakota Ridge School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Dakota Ridge School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dakota Ridge School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Dakota Ridge School a charter school?
No, Dakota Ridge School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dakota Ridge School a Title I school?
No, Dakota Ridge School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dakota Ridge School?
65.4% of students at Dakota Ridge School 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 107
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.4%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dakota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.0%
- Phone
- (952) 423-7619
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
ROSEMOUNT-APPLE VALLEY-EAGAN- District Enrollment
- 29,115
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,334
- District Rank
- #35 of 36
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