Needs Improvement
#1904 of 1,992 schools in MN
Dakota Valley Learning Center
School · ROSEMOUNT-APPLE VALLEY-EAGAN
4679 144TH STREET WEST, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 17 schools in Apple Valley. Learn more
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,904 of 1,992
In Apple Valley
#19 of 19
public schools
In district
#36 of 36
ROSEMOUNT-APPLE VALLEY-EAGAN
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Dakota Valley Learning Center
School in Apple Valley · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Abe Diploma Program
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Dakota Ridge School
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About Dakota Valley Learning Center
Dakota Valley Learning Center is a public school in Apple Valley, MN, part of ROSEMOUNT-APPLE VALLEY-EAGAN. Dakota Valley Learning Center serves approximately 564 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Dakota Valley Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,904 of 1,992 schools in MN.
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.3
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Dakota Valley Learning Center runs 23.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Dakota Valley Learning Center Compares
See how Dakota Valley Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4679 144TH STREET WEST, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dakota Valley Learning Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. SHANNON PARK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Rosemount), which scores notably higher. Another option is HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EASTVIEW SENIOR HIGH (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Apple Valley, see our Apple Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ABE Diploma Program Apple Valley | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| DAKOTA RIDGE SCHOOL Apple Valley | 0.1 mi | 4.2 |
| DIAMOND PATH EL SCH OF INTL STUDIES Apple Valley | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Rosemount | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| SCOTT HIGHLANDS MIDDLE Apple Valley | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Apple Valley | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF APPLE VALLEY Saint Paul | 1.3 mi | — |
| SHANNON PARK ELEMENTARY Rosemount | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| 917 TEA Apple Valley | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| TRANSITION PLUS Apple Valley | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| COOPERATIVE AREA LEARNING PRG. Rosemount | 1.3 mi | — |
| East Lake Elementary School Rosemount | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| ROSEMOUNT SENIOR HIGH Rosemount | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ROSEMOUNT ELEMENTARY Rosemount | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| HERITAGE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Apple Valley | 1.6 mi | — |
| ROSEMOUNT MIDDLE Rosemount | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| EASTVIEW SENIOR HIGH Apple Valley | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| FALCON RIDGE MIDDLE Apple Valley | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| SCHOOL OF ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES Apple Valley | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| NORTH TRAIL ELEMENTARY Farmington | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dakota Valley Learning Center
What grades does Dakota Valley Learning Center serve?
Dakota Valley Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Dakota Valley Learning Center?
Dakota Valley Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 564 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dakota Valley Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Dakota Valley Learning Center is 23.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dakota Valley Learning Center rank in MN?
Dakota Valley Learning Center ranks #1,904 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Dakota Valley Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Dakota Valley Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dakota Valley Learning Center a charter school?
No, Dakota Valley Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dakota Valley Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Dakota Valley Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dakota Valley Learning Center?
39.2% of students at Dakota Valley Learning Center 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 564
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dakota County
- Phone
- (952) 388-1900
Resources & Links
District
ROSEMOUNT-APPLE VALLEY-EAGAN- District Enrollment
- 29,115
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,334
- District Rank
- #36 of 36
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