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#1227 of 1,992 schools in MN
Five Hawks Elementary
Elementary School · PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA SCHOOLS
16620 FIVE HAWKS AVE SE, Prior Lake, MN 55372
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,227 of 1,992
In Prior Lake
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#9 of 11
PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA SCHOOLS
Academic performance
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Five Hawks Elementary
Elementary School in Prior Lake · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Five Hawks Elementary
Five Hawks Elementary is a public elementary school in Prior Lake, MN, part of PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA SCHOOLS. Five Hawks Elementary serves approximately 477 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Five Hawks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,227 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Five Hawks Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Five Hawks Elementary — Students at Five Hawks Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.5/10.
How Five Hawks Elementary Compares
See how Five Hawks Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
16620 FIVE HAWKS AVE SE, Prior Lake, MN 55372
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Five Hawks Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. La Ola Del Lago at Grainwood (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hamilton Ridge Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Savage), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JEFFERS POND ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Prior Lake, see our Prior Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| La Ola Del Lago at Grainwood Prior Lake | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| PRIOR LAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Prior Lake | 1.2 mi | — |
| Edgewood ECSE Prior Lake | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| WestWood Elementary Prior Lake | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| JEFFERS POND ELEMENTARY Prior Lake | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| PRIOR LAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Prior Lake | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Prior Lake | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA ALC Prior Lake | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| ALC Independent Study Prior Lake | 1.7 mi | — |
| Laker Online Prior Lake | 1.7 mi | — |
| Prior Lake-Savage Middle School Prior Lake | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| SWMetro Passageways Shakopee | 3.0 mi | — |
| LIVING HOPE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Shakopee | 3.7 mi | 4.3 |
| EAGLE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shakopee | 4.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Hamilton Ridge Elementary School Savage | 3.0 mi | 8.8 |
| ASPEN ACADEMY Savage | 3.1 mi | 4.9 |
| PRIOR LAKE HIGH SCHOOL Savage | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| RED OAK ELEMENTARY Shakopee | 4.5 mi | 6.4 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SAVAGE Savage | 3.7 mi | — |
| REDTAIL RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Savage | 3.8 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55372 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$140,835
Median Home Value
$450,100
Median Rent
$1,406/mo
Population
34,617
College Educated
50.1%
Homeownership
90.5%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
40.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Five Hawks Elementary
What grades does Five Hawks Elementary serve?
Five Hawks Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Five Hawks Elementary?
Five Hawks Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Five Hawks Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Five Hawks Elementary is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Five Hawks Elementary rank in MN?
Five Hawks Elementary ranks #1,227 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Five Hawks Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Five Hawks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Five Hawks Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Five Hawks Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Five Hawks Elementary a charter school?
No, Five Hawks Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Five Hawks Elementary a Title I school?
No, Five Hawks Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Five Hawks Elementary?
21.6% of students at Five Hawks 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 477
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Scott County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.7%
- Phone
- (952) 226-0100
Resources & Links
District
PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 8,777
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,012
- District Rank
- #9 of 11
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