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#375 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 19% in state

Dover-eyota Elementary

Elementary School · DOVER-EYOTA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

27 KNOWLEDGE RD SW, Eyota, MN 55934

Enrollment

501

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#375 of 1,992

In Eyota

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

DOVER-EYOTA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Dover-eyota Elementary

7.5/10

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

Dover-eyota High School

5.5/10

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3.7/10

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About Dover-eyota Elementary

Dover-eyota Elementary is a public elementary school in Eyota, MN, part of DOVER-EYOTA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Dover-eyota Elementary serves approximately 501 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Dover-eyota Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #375 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Dover-eyota Elementary show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above MN schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Dover-eyota Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,637
Chronic Absenteeism7.2%

Dover-eyota Elementary — Students at Dover-eyota Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 81.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.3% (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
80%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
88%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
89%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
84%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
68%
2019
Math
79%
ELA
68%
2020*
Math
74%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
74%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
71%
ELA
62%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Dover-eyota Elementary Compares

See how Dover-eyota Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
81th percentile in MN
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.2%

Location

27 KNOWLEDGE RD SW, Eyota, MN 55934

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dover-eyota Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHATFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Chatfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem (rated 8.2/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Rochester), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RPS Online Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Rochester), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Eyota, see our Eyota schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.0 mi
School Distance Rating
DOVER-EYOTA HIGH SCHOOL Eyota 0.3 mi 5.5
DOVER-EYOTA MIDDLE SCHOOL Eyota 0.3 mi 3.7
CHATFIELD SECONDARY Chatfield 8.8 mi 6.6
FOCUS ALP Chatfield 8.8 mi
CHATFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chatfield 9.7 mi 9.2
EARLY CHILDHOOD INTERVENTION Rochester 7.4 mi
Mighty Oaks Early Learning School Rochester 7.4 mi 5.8
PLAINVIEW-ELGIN-MILLVILLE 4-6 Elgin 10.4 mi 7.3
PLAINVIEW-ELGIN-MILLVILLE JUNIOR Elgin 10.4 mi 6.3
ST. CHARLES ELEMENTARY Saint Charles 8.4 mi 6.6
Rosa Parks Charter High School Rochester 8.7 mi 5.5
ST. CHARLES SECONDARY Saint Charles 8.8 mi 5.8
ROCHESTER PENTECOSTAL SCHOOL Rochester 9.2 mi
VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rochester 9.2 mi
PLAINVIEW-ELGIN-MILLVILLE PK-3 Plainview 13.2 mi 7.8
PLAINVIEW-ELGIN-MILLVILLE HIGH Plainview 13.2 mi 7.5
SCHAEFFER ACADEMY Rochester 10.5 mi 5.6
Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem Rochester 10.0 mi 8.2
RPS Online Elementary School Rochester 10.0 mi 7.9
RPS Online Middle School Rochester 10.0 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55934 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,645

Median Home Value

$300,500

Median Rent

$864/mo

Population

3,542

College Educated

31.2%

Homeownership

80.9%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dover-eyota Elementary

What grades does Dover-eyota Elementary serve?

Dover-eyota Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Dover-eyota Elementary?

Dover-eyota Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 501 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dover-eyota Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Dover-eyota Elementary is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dover-eyota Elementary rank in MN?

Dover-eyota Elementary ranks #375 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Dover-eyota Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Dover-eyota Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Dover-eyota Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dover-eyota Elementary has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Dover-eyota Elementary a charter school?

No, Dover-eyota Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dover-eyota Elementary a Title I school?

No, Dover-eyota Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dover-eyota Elementary?

24.2% of students at Dover-eyota 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
24.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Olmsted County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.2%

District

DOVER-EYOTA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,063
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,637
District Rank
#1 of 3

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