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Below Average

#1805 of 1,992 schools in MN

Noble Elementary

Elementary School · ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

2601 NOBLE AVE N, Golden Valley, MN 55422

Enrollment

260

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,805 of 1,992

In Golden Valley

#8 of 9

public schools

In district

#17 of 21

ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Noble Elementary

4.3/10

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

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About Noble Elementary

Noble Elementary is a public elementary school in Golden Valley, MN, part of ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Noble Elementary serves approximately 260 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Noble Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,805 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Noble Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

45% of students at Noble 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 Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,779
Chronic Absenteeism45%

Noble Elementary — Students at Noble Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.4% (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
56%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
27%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Noble Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.3/10
9th percentile in MN
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.0%

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

2601 NOBLE AVE N, Golden Valley, MN 55422

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Noble Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Notre Ecole Academy (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lucy Laney Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Minneapolis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Golden Valley, see our Golden Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
KING OF GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Golden Valley 0.9 mi 4.5
ROBBINSDALE MIDDLE Robbinsdale 1.2 mi 5.3
Notre Ecole Academy Golden Valley 1.2 mi 7.3
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Minneapolis 1.6 mi 6.9
NEILL ELEMENTARY Crystal 1.2 mi 5.0
BRECK SCHOOL Minneapolis 1.7 mi 6.6
HIGHVIEW ALC Golden Valley 1.3 mi 6.1
Sandburg Middle School Golden Valley 1.3 mi 4.0
Robbinsdale Virtual Academy Golden Valley 1.3 mi 4.5
Robbinsdale Virtual Academy K-5 Golden Valley 1.3 mi
The FAIR School - Crystal Crystal 1.7 mi 4.2
MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY Golden Valley 1.9 mi 8.0
VirtualEDU ELementary Golden Valley 2.0 mi 4.6
VirtualEDU Secondary Golden Valley 2.0 mi
PERPICH CENTER FOR ARTS EDUCATION Golden Valley 1.8 mi 7.4
LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Robbinsdale 2.1 mi 4.1
PEACEFUL VALLEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Golden Valley 1.8 mi
Lucy Laney Elementary Minneapolis 1.7 mi 7.2
PLYMOUTH YOUTH CENTER Minneapolis 1.7 mi 4.8
Plymouth Youth Center Extended Minneapolis 1.7 mi

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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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PILLSBURY ELEMENTARY Minneapolis, MN 4.3
Rise Academy Saint Paul, MN 4.3
SciTech Academy Charter School Richfield, MN 4.3
WILLOW LANE ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake, MN 4.3
BLOOMINGTON LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bloomington, MN 4.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Noble Elementary

What grades does Noble Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Noble Elementary?

Noble Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 260 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Noble Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Noble Elementary is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Noble Elementary rank in MN?

Noble Elementary ranks #1,805 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Noble Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Noble Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Noble Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Noble Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Noble Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

73.5% of students at Noble 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
9 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.0%

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