Very Good
#361 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 18% in state
Mendota Elementary
Elementary School · West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan
1979 SUMMIT LN, Mendota Heights, MN 55118
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
186:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
186:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#361 of 1,992
In Mendota Heights
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Mendota Elementary
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About Mendota Elementary
Mendota Elementary is a public elementary school in Mendota Heights, MN, part of West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan. Mendota Elementary serves approximately 372 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 186:1 student-teacher ratio.
Mendota Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #361 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for Mendota Elementary show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 5.4
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Mendota Elementary runs 186:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Mendota Elementary — Students at Mendota Elementary score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.1%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.6/10.
How Mendota Elementary Compares
See how Mendota Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1979 SUMMIT LN, Mendota Heights, MN 55118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mendota Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JIE MING MANDARIN IMMERSION ACADEMY (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Saint Paul), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nova Classical Academy Lower School (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Saint Paul), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Urban Academy (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Saint Paul), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mendota Heights, see our Mendota Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen House Education Program Mendota Heights | 0.1 mi | — |
| CONVENT OF THE VISITATION SCHOOL Mendota Heights | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY Mendota Hts | 1.1 mi | — |
| FRIENDLY HILLS MIDDLE Mendota Heights | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Nova Classical Academy Lower School Saint Paul | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| NOVA CLASSICAL ACADEMY UPPER SCHOOL Saint Paul | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| TALMUD TORAH OF ST PAUL Saint Paul | 2.3 mi | — |
| SOMERSET ELEMENTARY Mendota Heights | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| HIGHLAND PARK SENIOR HIGH Saint Paul | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Two Rivers High School Mendota Heights | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Special Education Mendota Heights | 1.7 mi | — |
| HIGHLAND PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Saint Paul | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ADAMS MAGNET ELEMENTARY Saint Paul | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Urban Academy Saint Paul | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| HIGHLAND PARK ELEMENTARY Saint Paul | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Early Ed Highland Saint Paul | 2.3 mi | — |
| JIE MING MANDARIN IMMERSION ACADEMY Saint Paul | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| TRINITY LONE OAK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eagan | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Global Arts Plus Upper Saint Paul | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| EARLY ED GLOBAL Saint Paul | 2.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,229
Median Home Value
$331,800
Median Rent
$1,215/mo
Population
29,396
College Educated
45.8%
Homeownership
66.9%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
42.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRECKENRIDGE ELEMENTARY Breckenridge, MN | 7.6 |
| CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY Eden Prairie, MN | 7.6 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY Circle Pines, MN | 7.6 |
| EDEN VALLEY ELEMENTARY Eden Valley, MN | 7.6 |
| FOLWELL ELEMENTARY Rochester, MN | 7.6 |
| JANESVILLE-WALDORF-PEMBERTON EL.EM. Janesville, MN | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mendota Elementary
What grades does Mendota Elementary serve?
Mendota Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Mendota Elementary?
Mendota Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 372 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mendota Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mendota Elementary is 186:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mendota Elementary rank in MN?
Mendota Elementary ranks #361 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Mendota Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mendota 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 Mendota Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mendota Elementary has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mendota Elementary a charter school?
No, Mendota Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mendota Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mendota Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mendota Elementary?
26.1% of students at Mendota 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 372
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 186:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dakota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.8%
- Phone
- (651) 403-8000
Resources & Links
District
West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan- District Enrollment
- 5,293
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,864
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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