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#36 of 1,986 schools in MN

Top 2% in state

Greenvale Park Elementary

Elementary School · NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

500 LINCOLN PKWY, Northfield, MN 55057

Enrollment

482

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Northfield

#1 of 9

public schools

Minnesota elementary schools

#35 of 962

In district

#1 of 7

NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Exceptional

About Greenvale Park Elementary

Greenvale Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Northfield, MN, part of the NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 482 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9/10, placing it in the 98.2th percentile among MN schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 59% proficiency in math and 56% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $97,521, where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a distant town setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.28 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61%
Reading/ELA Proficiency56%
Overall Proficiency59%
Expected (poverty-adj.)50%
vs. Expected+8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,875

Greenvale Park Elementary — Students at Greenvale Park Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
59%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
61%
ELA
56%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Greenvale Park Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.9/10
98th percentile in MN
Academic
8.4/10
8.4/10
Growth
9.2/10
Above average
Environment
8.8/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers

Location

500 LINCOLN PKWY, Northfield, MN 55057

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greenvale Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRIDGEWATER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Great Oaks Academy - Grammar (rated 8.2/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Farmington), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Spring Creek Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Northfield, see our Northfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Northfield Community Education Cntr Northfield 0.1 mi 7.6
ST DOMINIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Northfield 0.5 mi 6.8
NORTHFIELD AREA LEARNING CENTER Northfield 0.8 mi 5.3
NORTHFIELD MONTESSORI Northfield 0.6 mi
NORTHFIELD SENIOR HIGH Northfield 1.7 mi 7.5
Spring Creek Elementary Northfield 1.8 mi 7.8
BRIDGEWATER ELEMENTARY Northfield 2.0 mi 8.2
NORTHFIELD MIDDLE Northfield 2.3 mi 6.2
ARCADIA CHARTER SCHOOL Northfield 2.2 mi 6.5
PRAIRIE CREEK COMMUNITY SCHOOL Northfield 5.5 mi 7.2
GLORY ACADEMY Lakeville 9.5 mi 6.0
RANDOLPH ELEMENTARY Randolph 8.2 mi 6.6
RANDOLPH SECONDARY Randolph 8.2 mi 4.3
NERSTRAND CHARTER SCHOOL Nerstrand 10.2 mi 7.4
ROBERT BOECKMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington 11.5 mi 4.5
FARMINGTON ELEMENTARY Farmington 11.5 mi 3.8
Great Oaks Academy - Grammar Farmington 12.0 mi 8.2
LEVI P. DODGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington 12.3 mi 4.4
RIVERVIEW ELEMENTARY Farmington 12.4 mi 6.1
FARIBAULT AREA LEARNING CENTER Faribault 11.4 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,521

Median Home Value

$338,800

Median Rent

$1,042/mo

Population

25,458

College Educated

48.9%

Homeownership

74.6%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

32.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Greenvale Park Elementary has a median household income of $97,521. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $338,800, with a median rent of $1,042/month. The local poverty rate of 6.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BLOOMING PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY Blooming Prairie, MN 8.9
KENWOOD ELEMENTARY Minneapolis, MN 8.9
Oak Point Elementary Eden Prairie, MN 8.9
Pipestone Elementary Pipestone, MN 8.9
SIBLEY EAST-GAYLORD ELEMENTARY Gaylord, MN 8.9
Seven Hills - Richfield Elementary Richfield, MN 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greenvale Park Elementary

What grades does Greenvale Park Elementary serve?

Greenvale Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Greenvale Park Elementary?

Greenvale Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Greenvale Park Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Greenvale Park Elementary is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Greenvale Park Elementary rank in MN?

Greenvale Park Elementary is ranked #36 out of 1,986 schools in MN.

What is Greenvale Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Greenvale Park Elementary has a composite rating of 8.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Greenvale Park Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Greenvale Park Elementary has 59.0% math proficiency and 56.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Greenvale Park Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Greenvale Park Elementary a Title I school?

No, Greenvale Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

34.6% of students at Greenvale Park 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,507/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Northfield). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Rice County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,875
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,214
District Rank
#1 of 7

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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