Very Good
#345 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 17% in state
Lyndale Elementary
Elementary School · Minneapolis Public School District · Minneapolis, MN
A Minneapolis Public School District elementary school where students score 4 points above what's typical for similar communities.
312 WEST 34TH ST, Minneapolis, MN 55408
- Math 27% proficient (2022)
- Reading 37% proficient (2022)
- 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Lyndale Elementary score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. MN average.
Trend
↓ DecliningProficiency has fallen 16 points since 2019, to 32% in 2022, across a 14-year record (2009–2022).
Show all 14 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 46% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 47% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
72.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Lyndale Elementary sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries. Open the Minneapolis map →
Getting around & local context
- Walk 84Very Walkable
- Transit 58Good Transit
- Bike 88Very Bikeable
- City Safety: High6,330/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Minneapolis), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$72,421
Median home value
$387,500
Median rent
$1,385/mo
College educated
58.9%
Homeownership
24.8%
Poverty rate
15.3%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 55408; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Central ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 8.0 | PK–5 | 0.6 mi | 554 | Compare → |
| Cosmos MontessoriCharter · enrollment unverified | Not rated | PK–3 | 0.8 mi | 23 | Compare → |
| Whittier ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 3.9 | PK–5 | 0.9 mi | 403 | Compare → |
| Early Childhood Special EducationEnrollment path unverified | 7.2 | PK–K | 1.1 mi | 542 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Minneapolis Public School District
- Schools in district
- 98
- Rank in district
- #17 of 78
- District spending per student
- $21,839NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 15.4%Census SAIPE · 2024
Lyndale Elementary is listed in Minneapolis Public School District; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Lyndale Elementary
Lyndale Elementary is a public elementary school in Minneapolis, MN, part of Minneapolis Public School District, serving approximately 404 students in grades Pre-K-5th with a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #345 of 1,992 schools in MN. State assessment records show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Lyndale Elementary
What grades does Lyndale Elementary serve?
Lyndale Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lyndale Elementary?
Lyndale Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 404 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lyndale Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lyndale Elementary is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lyndale Elementary rank in MN?
Lyndale Elementary ranks #345 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Lyndale Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lyndale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Lyndale Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lyndale Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lyndale Elementary a charter school?
No, Lyndale Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lyndale Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lyndale Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lyndale Elementary?
72.5% of students at Lyndale 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 404
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.1%
- Phone
- (612) 668-4000
- Area population (ZIP 55408)
- 32,534
- Area average commute
- 23.8 min
- Area median age
- 30.1
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 55408; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.