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#494 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 25% in state

Excelsior Elementary

Elementary School · MINNETONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

441 OAK ST, Excelsior, MN 55331

Enrollment

734

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#494 of 1,992

In Excelsior

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#8 of 12

MINNETONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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7.2/10

Elementary School in Excelsior · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Excelsior Elementary

Excelsior Elementary is a public elementary school in Excelsior, MN, part of MINNETONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Excelsior Elementary serves approximately 734 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Excelsior Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #494 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Excelsior Elementary show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency79% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency76% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,594
Chronic Absenteeism17.4%

Excelsior Elementary — Students at Excelsior Elementary score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

8.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 81.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.6% (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
93%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
79%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
81%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
78%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
76%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
76%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
73%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
73%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
79%
ELA
73%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Excelsior Elementary Compares

See how Excelsior Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
75th percentile in MN
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

441 OAK ST, Excelsior, MN 55331

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Excelsior Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHANHASSEN ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Chanhassen), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tonka Online K-5 (rated 8.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Minnetonka), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CLEAR SPRINGS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Minnetonka), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Excelsior, see our Excelsior schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Excelsior 0.5 mi
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC MONTESSORI SCHOOL Excelsior 0.4 mi 6.6
MINNETONKA WEST MIDDLE Excelsior 1.1 mi 7.2
BLUFF CREEK ELEMENTARY Chanhassen 2.7 mi 7.1
Shorewood Education Center Shorewood 2.0 mi
CHANHASSEN ELEMENTARY Chanhassen 2.8 mi 8.7
MINNEWASHTA ELEMENTARY Excelsior 2.3 mi 7.8
SWMetro Annica Program Shakopee 3.0 mi
DEEPHAVEN EDUCATION CENTER Excelsior 2.6 mi 5.7
DEEPHAVEN ELEMENTARY Wayzata 2.7 mi 6.7
CHAPEL HILL ACADEMY Chanhassen 3.1 mi 5.8
CHANHASSEN HIGH SCHOOL Chanhassen 3.8 mi 5.8
The Anicca Program Chanhassen 3.8 mi
ST HUBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chanhassen 3.6 mi 5.6
MINNETONKA SENIOR HIGH Minnetonka 2.9 mi 7.7
Tonka Online Minnetonka 2.9 mi 5.8
CLEAR SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 2.8 mi 7.9
STEPS TOWARD ADULT RESPONSIBILITY Chaska 4.0 mi 5.3
Tonka Online K-5 Minnetonka 2.9 mi 8.3
INTEGRATED ARTS ACADEMY Chaska 4.2 mi 7.6

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

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EAGLE POINT ELEMENTARY Oakdale, MN 7.2
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Early Childhood Special Education Minneapolis, MN 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Excelsior Elementary

What grades does Excelsior Elementary serve?

Excelsior Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Excelsior Elementary?

Excelsior Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 734 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Excelsior Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Excelsior Elementary is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Excelsior Elementary rank in MN?

Excelsior Elementary ranks #494 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Excelsior Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Excelsior Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Excelsior Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Excelsior Elementary has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Excelsior Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Excelsior Elementary a Title I school?

No, Excelsior Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Excelsior Elementary?

8.9% of students at Excelsior 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
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

District

MINNETONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
11,356
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,594
District Rank
#8 of 12

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