Eden Valley Elementary

Eden Valley Elementary serves 391 students in kindergarten through sixth grade in the rural community of Eden Valley, Minnesota. With 28 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 14.0:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.2 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #376 out of 2027 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 82nd percentile.

Students show particular strength in mathematics, with 64% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels, while 54% reach proficiency in English Language Arts and reading. Located at 901 Stearns Avenue East, Eden Valley Elementary sits within a stable rural community in Stearns County. The surrounding ZIP code of 55329 has a population of 2,172 residents, with a median household income of $73,100 and median home values around $208,000.

The area maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 9.5%, contributing to a supportive environment for student learning. Eden Valley Elementary provides a classic small-town educational experience, where students benefit from close-knit community connections and the advantages that come with rural Minnesota living.

Located in a rural area, Eden Valley Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.