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#320 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 16% 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

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#320 of 1,992

In Northfield

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Greenvale Park Elementary

7.7/10

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

Northfield Community Education Cntr

6.3/10

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About Greenvale Park Elementary

Greenvale Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Northfield, MN, part of NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Greenvale Park Elementary serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenvale Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #320 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Greenvale Park Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.1
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,214
Chronic Absenteeism10.8%

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 61.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.8% (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
77%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
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: 6.5/10.

How Greenvale Park Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
84th percentile in MN
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

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. PRAIRIE CREEK COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 5.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Great Oaks Academy - Grammar (rated 8.5/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Farmington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BRIDGEWATER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. 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 6.3
ST DOMINIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Northfield 0.5 mi 6.9
NORTHFIELD AREA LEARNING CENTER Northfield 0.8 mi 4.5
NORTHFIELD MONTESSORI Northfield 0.6 mi
NORTHFIELD SENIOR HIGH Northfield 1.7 mi 7.0
Spring Creek Elementary Northfield 1.8 mi 8.2
BRIDGEWATER ELEMENTARY Northfield 2.0 mi 8.3
NORTHFIELD MIDDLE Northfield 2.3 mi 7.1
ARCADIA CHARTER SCHOOL Northfield 2.2 mi 8.1
PRAIRIE CREEK COMMUNITY SCHOOL Northfield 5.5 mi 8.8
GLORY ACADEMY Lakeville 9.5 mi 6.0
RANDOLPH ELEMENTARY Randolph 8.2 mi 5.1
RANDOLPH SECONDARY Randolph 8.2 mi 4.6
NERSTRAND CHARTER SCHOOL Nerstrand 10.2 mi 5.3
ROBERT BOECKMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington 11.5 mi 5.0
FARMINGTON ELEMENTARY Farmington 11.5 mi 4.3
Great Oaks Academy - Grammar Farmington 12.0 mi 8.5
LEVI P. DODGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington 12.3 mi 5.5
RIVERVIEW ELEMENTARY Farmington 12.4 mi 4.8
FARIBAULT AREA LEARNING CENTER Faribault 11.4 mi 7.1

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

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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 ranks #320 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Greenvale Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Greenvale Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Greenvale Park Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Greenvale Park Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

District

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

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