Needs Improvement
#1898 of 1,992 schools in MN
Indian Mounds Elementary
Elementary School · BLOOMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
9801 11TH AVE S, Bloomington, MN 55420
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,898 of 1,992
In Bloomington
#25 of 26
public schools
In district
#21 of 22
BLOOMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Indian Mounds Elementary
Indian Mounds Elementary is a public elementary school in Bloomington, MN, part of BLOOMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Indian Mounds Elementary serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Indian Mounds Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,898 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Indian Mounds Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Indian Mounds Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Indian Mounds Elementary — Students at Indian Mounds Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.7%
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: 2.1/10.
How Indian Mounds Elementary Compares
See how Indian Mounds Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9801 11TH AVE S, Bloomington, MN 55420
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Indian Mounds Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Success Academy Bloomington Elem (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Seven Hills -Bloomington Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities (rated 6.9/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Richfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bloomington, see our Bloomington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KENNEDY SENIOR HIGH Bloomington | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Beacon ALP Bloomington | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| VALLEY VIEW MIDDLE Bloomington | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| New Code Academy Middle School Bloomington | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Seven Hills -Bloomington Elementary Bloomington | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Bloomington | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Success Academy Bloomington Elem Bloomington | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Success Academy Bloomington Middle Bloomington | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| NATIVITY OF MARY SCHOOL Bloomington | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| WILLIAM BYRNE ELEMENTARY Burnsville | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY Bloomington | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities Richfield | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| OAK GROVE MIDDLE Bloomington | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| New Code Academy High School Bloomington | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Burnsville High School Burnsville | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| ROSEMOUNT AREA LEARNING CENTER Eagan | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| 196Online High School Rosemount | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Gateway STEM Academy Charter School Burnsville | 2.9 mi | 3.5 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY Richfield | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| UNITY HIGH SCHOOL Burnsville | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55420 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,539
Median Home Value
$306,600
Median Rent
$1,277/mo
Population
24,008
College Educated
31.5%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRYN MAWR ELEMENTARY Minneapolis, MN | 3.8 |
| Great River Elementary School Saint Paul, MN | 3.8 |
| Harambee Elementary School Maplewood, MN | 3.8 |
| NOKOMIS MONTESSORI NORTH CAMPUS Saint Paul, MN | 3.8 |
| Zanewood Community School STEAM Brooklyn Park, MN | 3.8 |
| NEVELN ELEMENTARY Austin, MN | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Indian Mounds Elementary
What grades does Indian Mounds Elementary serve?
Indian Mounds Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Indian Mounds Elementary?
Indian Mounds Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Indian Mounds Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Indian Mounds Elementary is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Indian Mounds Elementary rank in MN?
Indian Mounds Elementary ranks #1,898 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Indian Mounds Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Indian Mounds Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Indian Mounds Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Indian Mounds Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Indian Mounds Elementary a charter school?
No, Indian Mounds Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Indian Mounds Elementary a Title I school?
No, Indian Mounds Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Indian Mounds Elementary?
79.7% of students at Indian Mounds 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
- 354
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.2%
- Phone
- (952) 681-6000
Resources & Links
District
BLOOMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 10,294
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,232
- District Rank
- #21 of 22
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