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Meadow Lake Elementary

Elementary School · ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

8525 62ND AVE N, New Hope, MN 55428

Enrollment

496

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,110 of 1,992

In New Hope

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#7 of 21

ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Meadow Lake Elementary

6.0/10

Elementary School in New Hope · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Meadow Lake Elementary

Meadow Lake Elementary is a public elementary school in New Hope, MN, part of ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Meadow Lake Elementary serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadow Lake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,110 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Meadow Lake Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Meadow Lake 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,779
Chronic Absenteeism36.9%

Meadow Lake Elementary — Students at Meadow Lake Elementary score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

85.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.5% (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
53%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
36%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
34%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
20%
ELA
33%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Meadow Lake Elementary Compares

See how Meadow Lake Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in MN
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
86%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

8525 62ND AVE N, New Hope, MN 55428

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Meadow Lake Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Crystal), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Hope, see our New Hope schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
North Education Center Academy New Hope 0.8 mi 5.9
Prairie Seeds El School Academy Brooklyn Park 0.7 mi 7.0
Prairie Seeds Middle School Academy Brooklyn Park 0.7 mi 6.9
Prairie Seeds High School Academy Brooklyn Park 0.7 mi 6.4
ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL Crystal 1.1 mi 7.8
ALC SENIOR HIGH Brooklyn Park 1.6 mi 5.3
279Online Learning Program K-5 Brooklyn Park 1.6 mi 5.9
279Online Learning Program 6-8 Brooklyn Park 1.6 mi 4.2
279Online Learning Program 9-12 Brooklyn Park 1.6 mi 5.0
ROBBINSDALE TRANSITION CENTER Crystal 1.3 mi 5.9
ROBBINSDALE COOPER SENIOR HIGH New Hope 1.7 mi 5.8
Escuela Exitos New Hope 1.7 mi 3.3
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION New Hope 1.8 mi 8.0
MARANATHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brooklyn Park 1.8 mi 6.0
HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN ACADEMY New Hope 2.1 mi 7.2
PARK BROOK ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park 1.9 mi 5.5
FOREST ELEMENTARY Crystal 2.0 mi 4.5
STEP BY STEP MONTESSORI Plymouth 2.2 mi
Robbinsdale Shared Time Program New Hope 2.3 mi
EXCELL ACADEMY CHARTER Brooklyn Park 1.8 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55428 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,004

Median Home Value

$277,900

Median Rent

$1,291/mo

Population

32,679

College Educated

28.6%

Homeownership

56.4%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Meadow Lake Elementary

What grades does Meadow Lake Elementary serve?

Meadow Lake Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Meadow Lake Elementary?

Meadow Lake Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadow Lake Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Meadow Lake Elementary is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Meadow Lake Elementary rank in MN?

Meadow Lake Elementary ranks #1,110 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Meadow Lake Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Meadow Lake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Meadow Lake Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadow Lake Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Meadow Lake Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Meadow Lake Elementary a Title I school?

No, Meadow Lake Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meadow Lake Elementary?

85.9% of students at Meadow Lake 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
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
85.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.9%

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