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Neill Elementary

Elementary School · ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

6600 MEDICINE LAKE RD, Crystal, MN 55427

Enrollment

358

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,591 of 1,992

In Crystal

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#12 of 21

ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Neill Elementary

5.0/10

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

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About Neill Elementary

Neill Elementary is a public elementary school in Crystal, MN, part of ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Neill Elementary serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Neill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,591 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Neill Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Neill 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 Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,779
Chronic Absenteeism35.5%

Neill Elementary — Students at Neill Elementary score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.9% (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
70%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
42%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Neill Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
20th percentile in MN
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.5%

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

6600 MEDICINE LAKE RD, Crystal, MN 55427

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Neill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING-ARTS AT OLSON (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Golden Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Golden Valley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Notre Ecole Academy (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Golden Valley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Crystal, see our Crystal schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
HIGHVIEW ALC Golden Valley 0.3 mi 6.1
Sandburg Middle School Golden Valley 0.3 mi 4.0
Robbinsdale Virtual Academy Golden Valley 0.3 mi 4.5
Robbinsdale Virtual Academy K-5 Golden Valley 0.3 mi
KING OF GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Golden Valley 0.6 mi 4.5
BEACON ACADEMY Crystal 0.8 mi 3.5
SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING-ARTS AT OLSON Golden Valley 0.8 mi 8.1
Notre Ecole Academy Golden Valley 1.1 mi 7.3
The FAIR School - Crystal Crystal 1.3 mi 4.2
ROBBINSDALE MIDDLE Robbinsdale 1.4 mi 5.3
PEACEFUL VALLEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Golden Valley 1.6 mi
NOBLE ELEMENTARY Golden Valley 1.2 mi 4.3
PERPICH CENTER FOR ARTS EDUCATION Golden Valley 1.7 mi 7.4
Robbinsdale Spanish Immersion El. New Hope 1.4 mi 4.5
Robbinsdale Shared Time Program New Hope 1.8 mi
SONNESYN ELEMENTARY New Hope 1.5 mi 3.9
GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL Golden Valley 2.1 mi 5.9
FOREST ELEMENTARY Crystal 2.3 mi 4.5
MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY Golden Valley 2.2 mi 8.0
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Minneapolis 1.9 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55427 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,013

Median Home Value

$341,700

Median Rent

$1,443/mo

Population

24,667

College Educated

48.9%

Homeownership

67.2%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

40.7

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WOODBURY ELEMENTARY Woodbury, MN 5.0
ACHIEVE LANGUAGE ACADEMY Saint Paul, MN 4.9
ADAMS ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids, MN 5.1
AFTON-LAKELAND ELEMENTARY Lakeland, MN 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Neill Elementary

What grades does Neill Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Neill Elementary?

Neill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Neill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Neill 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 Neill Elementary rank in MN?

Neill Elementary ranks #1,591 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Neill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Neill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Neill Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Neill Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Neill Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Neill Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

77.1% of students at Neill 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
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.5%

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