Very Good
#633 of 1,986 schools in MN
Top 32% in state
Deephaven Education Center
School · MINNETONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
4584 VINE HILL RD, Excelsior, MN 55331
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MN statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Excelsior
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#9 of 12
MINNETONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.3 / 10
Very strong
About Deephaven Education Center
Deephaven Education Center serves prekindergarten students in Excelsior, Minnesota, with an enrollment of 99 young learners. This public school focuses exclusively on pre-K education, providing an intimate learning environment with an exceptional student-teacher ratio of 5.8:1 and 17 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to early childhood development. The school earns a solid 7.2 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #380 out of 2,027 schools statewide, placing it in the 81st percentile among Minnesota schools.
This strong performance reflects the center's commitment to providing quality early learning experiences during these crucial formative years. Deephaven Education Center benefits from its location in an affluent and highly educated community, where 70% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher and the median household income reaches $156,308. The neighborhood's low poverty rate of just 3.9% and median home values of $676,600 indicate a stable, resource-rich environment that supports educational excellence.
The school operates within Excelsior's large suburban setting in Hennepin County, offering families access to quality early childhood education in a community known for its strong educational values and family-friendly atmosphere.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 99 students, Deephaven Education Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.8:1, Deephaven Education Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.2%
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 Deephaven Education Center Compares
See how Deephaven Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4584 VINE HILL RD, Excelsior, MN 55331
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deephaven Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. EXCELSIOR ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SCENIC HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Minnetonka), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRAIRIE VIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Eden Prairie), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Excelsior, see our Excelsior schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DEEPHAVEN ELEMENTARY Wayzata | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Shorewood Education Center Shorewood | 0.9 mi | — |
| MINNETONKA SENIOR HIGH Minnetonka | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Tonka Online Minnetonka | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| ST THERESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wayzata | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Tonka Online K-5 Minnetonka | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| CLEAR SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Minnetonka | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| MINNETONKA EAST MIDDLE Minnetonka | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| GROVELAND ELEMENTARY Minnetonka | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| SCENIC HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Minnetonka | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC MONTESSORI SCHOOL Excelsior | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| EXCELSIOR ELEMENTARY Excelsior | 2.6 mi | 9.0 |
| ST BARTHOLOMEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wayzata | 3.5 mi | 6.3 |
| PRAIRIE VIEW ELEMENTARY Eden Prairie | 3.4 mi | 8.8 |
| WAYZATA WEST MIDDLE Wayzata | 3.7 mi | 8.1 |
| REDEEMER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wayzata | 3.8 mi | 5.0 |
| ACADEMY OF WHOLE LEARNING Minnetonka | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Excelsior | 3.1 mi | — |
| CHANHASSEN ELEMENTARY Chanhassen | 4.0 mi | 8.4 |
| EDEN PRAIRIE SENIOR HIGH Eden Prairie | 3.7 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55331 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$160,029
Median Home Value
$707,000
Median Rent
$1,208/mo
Population
19,291
College Educated
71.1%
Homeownership
87.1%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
48.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Deephaven Education Center has a median household income of $160,029. It is a well-educated community where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $707,000, with a median rent of $1,208/month. The local poverty rate of 3.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deephaven Education Center
What grades does Deephaven Education Center serve?
Deephaven Education Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Deephaven Education Center?
Deephaven Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 99 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deephaven Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Deephaven Education Center is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Deephaven Education Center rank in MN?
Deephaven Education Center is ranked #633 out of 1,986 schools in MN.
What is Deephaven Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Deephaven Education Center has a composite rating of 7.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Deephaven Education Center a charter school?
No, Deephaven Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deephaven Education Center a Title I school?
No, Deephaven Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deephaven Education Center?
17.2% of students at Deephaven Education 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
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 99
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hennepin County
- Phone
- (952) 401-6800
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MINNETONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 11,356
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,594
- District Rank
- #9 of 12
Other Schools in This District
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