Mendota Elementary

Mendota Elementary serves 372 students from prekindergarten through fourth grade in Mendota Heights, Minnesota. This public elementary school has earned recognition as one of the state's top-performing schools, ranking #292 out of 2,027 Minnesota schools and placing in the 86th percentile statewide with a strong 7.4 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating. The school demonstrates impressive academic achievement, with 87% of students performing at proficient or above levels in mathematics and 77% reaching proficiency in English Language Arts and reading.

These results reflect the school's commitment to educational excellence and student success across all grade levels. Located at 1979 Summit Lane, Mendota Elementary operates with 2 full-time equivalent teachers serving its student population. The school serves a well-educated community where 45% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the median household income reaches $82,969.

The neighborhood maintains a low poverty rate of 8%, with median home values around $309,200. Mendota Elementary sits in the heart of a thriving suburban community in Dakota County, offering students access to quality education within a stable, family-oriented environment that supports academic achievement and personal growth.

The student-teacher ratio at Mendota Elementary is 186:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.