Below Average
#1631 of 1,992 schools in MN
Garden City Elementary
Elementary School · OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
3501 65TH AVE N, Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,631 of 1,992
In Brooklyn Center
#6 of 11
public schools
In district
#26 of 30
OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Garden City Elementary
Elementary School in Brooklyn Center · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Garden City Elementary
Garden City Elementary is a public elementary school in Brooklyn Center, MN, part of OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Garden City Elementary serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden City Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,631 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Garden City Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Garden City Elementary — Students at Garden City Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.3%
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: 3.9/10.
How Garden City Elementary Compares
See how Garden City Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3501 65TH AVE N, Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garden City Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIR OAKS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Twin Lakes STEM Academy (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Progeny Academy Charter School (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn Center, see our Brooklyn Center schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Progeny Academy Charter School Brooklyn Center | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ST ALPHONSUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brooklyn Center | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Twin Lakes STEM Academy Brooklyn Park | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| PALMER LAKE ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| NORTHPORT ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Center | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| INSIGHT SCHOOL OF MINNESOTA Brooklyn Center | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Brooklyn Center Early College Acad Brooklyn Center | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Early Childhood Special Education Brooklyn Center | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Brooklyn Middle STEAM School Brooklyn Park | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| PARK CENTER IB WORLD SCHOOL Brooklyn Park | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| New Millennium Academy Charter Brooklyn Center | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| FAIR OAKS ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| EXCELL ACADEMY CHARTER Brooklyn Park | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| North View Middle School Brooklyn Park | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Brooklyn Center Elementary School Brooklyn Center | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Early Childhood Special Education ( Brooklyn Center | 1.5 mi | — |
| Brooklyn Center ECSE Age 3 - 5 Brooklyn Center | 1.5 mi | — |
| Brooklyn Center High School Brooklyn Center | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Brooklyn Center Middle School Brooklyn Center | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Zanewood Community School STEAM Brooklyn Park | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55429 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,661
Median Home Value
$267,900
Median Rent
$1,253/mo
Population
27,570
College Educated
24.1%
Homeownership
56.9%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
33
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| ACHIEVE LANGUAGE ACADEMY Saint Paul, MN | 4.9 |
| GARLOUGH ENVIRONMENTAL MAGNET West Saint Paul, MN | 4.9 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY Albert Lea, MN | 4.9 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Faribault, MN | 4.9 |
| New City School Minneapolis, MN | 4.9 |
| RAHN ELEMENTARY Eagan, MN | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garden City Elementary
What grades does Garden City Elementary serve?
Garden City Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Garden City Elementary?
Garden City Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden City Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Garden City Elementary is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garden City Elementary rank in MN?
Garden City Elementary ranks #1,631 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Garden City Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Garden City Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Garden City Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garden City Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Garden City Elementary a charter school?
No, Garden City Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garden City Elementary a Title I school?
No, Garden City Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garden City Elementary?
82.3% of students at Garden City 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 355
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.1%
- Phone
- (763) 561-9768
Resources & Links
District
OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 20,776
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,345
- District Rank
- #26 of 30
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