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#224 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 11% in state

Meadowbrook Elementary

Elementary School · HOPKINS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

5430 GLENWOOD AVE, Golden Valley, MN 55422

Enrollment

777

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#224 of 1,992

In Golden Valley

#2 of 9

public schools

In district

#1 of 13

HOPKINS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Meadowbrook Elementary

8.0/10

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

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About Meadowbrook Elementary

Meadowbrook Elementary is a public elementary school in Golden Valley, MN, part of HOPKINS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Meadowbrook Elementary serves approximately 777 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadowbrook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #224 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Meadowbrook Elementary show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.8
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,913
Chronic Absenteeism16.1%

Meadowbrook Elementary — Students at Meadowbrook Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 76.6% (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
84%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
76%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
74%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
74%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
59%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
59%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
65%
ELA
71%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Meadowbrook Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
89th percentile in MN
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

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

5430 GLENWOOD AVE, Golden Valley, MN 55422

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Meadowbrook Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING-ARTS AT OLSON (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is AMOS AND CELIA HEILICHER MINNEAPOLIS JEWISH DAY SC (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Minneapolis), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MINNEAPOLIS JEWISH DAY SCHOOL INC. (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Minneapolis), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Golden Valley, see our Golden Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
VirtualEDU ELementary Golden Valley 0.1 mi 4.6
VirtualEDU Secondary Golden Valley 0.1 mi
BRECK SCHOOL Minneapolis 0.3 mi 6.6
PERPICH CENTER FOR ARTS EDUCATION Golden Valley 0.6 mi 7.4
PEACEFUL VALLEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Golden Valley 0.8 mi
Notre Ecole Academy Golden Valley 1.0 mi 7.3
GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL Golden Valley 0.9 mi 5.9
ARETE ACADEMY Saint Louis Park 1.2 mi
AMOS AND CELIA HEILICHER MINNEAPOLIS JEWISH DAY SC Minneapolis 1.2 mi 7.8
MINNEAPOLIS JEWISH DAY SCHOOL INC. Minneapolis 1.2 mi 7.6
BENILDE-ST MARGARET'S SCHOOL Saint Louis Park 1.5 mi 6.0
KING OF GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Golden Valley 1.6 mi 4.5
PETER HOBART ELEMENTARY Saint Louis Park 1.6 mi 5.2
NOBLE ELEMENTARY Golden Valley 1.9 mi 4.3
HIGHVIEW ALC Golden Valley 1.9 mi 6.1
Sandburg Middle School Golden Valley 1.9 mi 4.0
Robbinsdale Virtual Academy Golden Valley 1.9 mi 4.5
Robbinsdale Virtual Academy K-5 Golden Valley 1.9 mi
TORAH ACADEMY Saint Louis Park 2.0 mi 7.2
SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING-ARTS AT OLSON Golden Valley 1.8 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55422 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,173

Median Home Value

$314,200

Median Rent

$1,576/mo

Population

28,765

College Educated

46.2%

Homeownership

72.6%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Meadowbrook Elementary

What grades does Meadowbrook Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Meadowbrook Elementary?

Meadowbrook Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 777 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadowbrook Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Meadowbrook Elementary is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Meadowbrook Elementary rank in MN?

Meadowbrook Elementary ranks #224 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Meadowbrook Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Meadowbrook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Meadowbrook Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadowbrook Elementary has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Meadowbrook Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Meadowbrook Elementary a Title I school?

No, Meadowbrook Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

22.9% of students at Meadowbrook 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
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
777
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

District

HOPKINS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
6,977
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,913
District Rank
#1 of 13

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