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Noble Academy Elementary

Elementary School · NOBLE ACADEMY

9477 DECATUR DR N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445

Charter

Enrollment

436

Student-Teacher

20.8:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,494 of 1,992

In Brooklyn Park

#20 of 28

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

NOBLE ACADEMY

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Noble Academy Elementary

5.2/10

Elementary School in Brooklyn Park · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Noble Academy Middle School

4.4/10

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3.5/10

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About Noble Academy Elementary

Noble Academy Elementary is a public elementary school in Brooklyn Park, MN, part of NOBLE ACADEMY. Noble Academy Elementary serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Noble Academy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,494 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Noble Academy Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below MN schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Noble Academy Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Noble Academy Elementary runs 20.8:1 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.

Noble Academy Elementary is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment2.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,297

Noble Academy Elementary — Students at Noble Academy Elementary score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
41%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
24%
ELA
34%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Noble Academy Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
25th percentile in MN
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
2.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers

Location

9477 DECATUR DR N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Noble Academy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NASHA SHKOLA CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OXBOW CREEK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Champlin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parnassus Prep Sch-Grammar (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Maple Grove), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn Park, see our Brooklyn Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Noble Academy Middle School Brooklyn Park 0.0 mi 4.4
ST VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brooklyn Park 0.2 mi 3.5
OSSEO SENIOR HIGH Osseo 0.5 mi 5.6
Osseo Education Center Osseo 0.6 mi 5.7
ELM CREEK ELEMENTARY Maple Grove 0.6 mi 6.4
Osseo Middle School Osseo 0.6 mi 5.8
Parnassus Prep Sch-Grammar Maple Grove 1.2 mi 6.6
Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric Maple Grove 1.2 mi 7.4
Parnassus Preparatory School-Logic Maple Grove 1.2 mi 5.8
MARANATHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brooklyn Park 2.5 mi 6.0
NASHA SHKOLA CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn Park 2.0 mi 8.9
ALC SENIOR HIGH Brooklyn Park 2.7 mi 5.3
279Online Learning Program K-5 Brooklyn Park 2.7 mi 5.9
279Online Learning Program 6-8 Brooklyn Park 2.7 mi 4.2
279Online Learning Program 9-12 Brooklyn Park 2.7 mi 5.0
EDINBROOK ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park 2.2 mi 5.0
OXBOW CREEK ELEMENTARY Champlin 2.4 mi 8.8
School #531 Brooklyn Park 2.3 mi 9.2
School #530 Brooklyn Park 2.4 mi
PARK BROOK ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park 3.1 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55445 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,227

Median Home Value

$311,000

Median Rent

$2,053/mo

Population

13,538

College Educated

38.3%

Homeownership

79.3%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

35.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Noble Academy Elementary

What grades does Noble Academy Elementary serve?

Noble Academy Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Noble Academy Elementary?

Noble Academy Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Noble Academy Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Noble Academy Elementary is 20.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Noble Academy Elementary rank in MN?

Noble Academy Elementary ranks #1,494 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Noble Academy Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Noble Academy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Noble Academy Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Noble Academy Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Noble Academy Elementary a charter school?

Yes, Noble Academy Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Noble Academy Elementary a Title I school?

No, Noble Academy Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

58.3% of students at Noble Academy 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
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County

District

NOBLE ACADEMY
District Enrollment
553
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,297
District Rank
#1 of 2

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