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Normandale Hills Elementary

Elementary School · BLOOMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

9501 TOLEDO AVE S, Bloomington, MN 55437

Enrollment

441

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,414 of 1,992

In Bloomington

#15 of 26

public schools

In district

#12 of 22

BLOOMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Normandale Hills Elementary

5.4/10

Elementary School in Bloomington · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Normandale Hills Elementary

Normandale Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Bloomington, MN, part of BLOOMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Normandale Hills Elementary serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Normandale Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,414 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Normandale Hills Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • MN avg 6.4

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-2.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,232
Chronic Absenteeism22.2%

Normandale Hills Elementary — Students at Normandale Hills Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.7% (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
88%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
57%

* 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 Normandale Hills Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
29th percentile in MN
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

Location

9501 TOLEDO AVE S, Bloomington, MN 55437

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Normandale Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CORNELIA ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Edina), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIDGEVIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, New Code Academy Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bloomington, see our Bloomington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bloomington 0.6 mi 7.1
RIDGEVIEW ELEMENTARY Bloomington 0.6 mi 7.7
OLSON ELEMENTARY Bloomington 1.0 mi 6.0
OLSON MIDDLE Bloomington 1.1 mi 6.3
POPLAR BRIDGE ELEMENTARY Bloomington 1.4 mi 6.2
JEFFERSON SENIOR HIGH Bloomington 1.2 mi 6.7
Bloomington ECSE Bloomington 2.1 mi 6.0
WESTWOOD ELEMENTARY Bloomington 1.9 mi 4.9
HILLCREST ELEMENTARY Bloomington 1.6 mi 4.2
School #532 Edina 2.3 mi
International Spanish Language Acad Edina 2.3 mi 6.1
WASHBURN ELEMENTARY Bloomington 2.0 mi 4.1
New Code Academy Elementary Bloomington 2.0 mi 6.7
Choice Academy Bloomington 1.9 mi 5.8
BLOOMINGTON TRANSITION CENTER Bloomington 1.9 mi 5.4
BLOOMINGTON LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bloomington 2.3 mi 4.2
HAND IN HAND CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI Bloomington 2.8 mi
CORNELIA ELEMENTARY Edina 3.1 mi 8.4
BLESSED TRINITY-PENN CAMPUS Richfield 3.0 mi 6.7
South Education Center Academy Richfield 3.1 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55437 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,120

Median Home Value

$362,600

Median Rent

$1,624/mo

Population

19,282

College Educated

56%

Homeownership

69.6%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

46.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Normandale Hills Elementary

What grades does Normandale Hills Elementary serve?

Normandale Hills Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Normandale Hills Elementary?

Normandale Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Normandale Hills Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Normandale Hills Elementary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Normandale Hills Elementary rank in MN?

Normandale Hills Elementary ranks #1,414 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Normandale Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Normandale Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Normandale Hills Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Normandale Hills Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Normandale Hills Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Normandale Hills Elementary a Title I school?

No, Normandale Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

46.3% of students at Normandale Hills 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
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

District

BLOOMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
10,294
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,232
District Rank
#12 of 22

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