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#202 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 10% in state

Oak Hills Elementary

Elementary School · Lakeville Area Schools

8640 165TH ST W, Lakeville, MN 55044

Enrollment

680

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#202 of 1,992

In Lakeville

#1 of 18

public schools

In district

#1 of 18

Lakeville Area Schools

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Oak Hills Elementary

8.1/10

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

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7.5/10

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5.6/10

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About Oak Hills Elementary

Oak Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Lakeville, MN, part of Lakeville Area Schools. Oak Hills Elementary serves approximately 680 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #202 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Oak Hills Elementary show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency73% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+18.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,882
Chronic Absenteeism12.8%

Oak Hills Elementary — Students at Oak Hills Elementary score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 78.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.7% (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
90%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
84%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
78%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
74%
2022
Math
73%
ELA
73%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Oak Hills Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
90th percentile in MN
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.8%

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

8640 165TH ST W, Lakeville, MN 55044

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHRISTIAN HERITAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Cedar Park Elementary STEM School (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Apple Valley), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CHERRY VIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lakeville, see our Lakeville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
CHERRY VIEW ELEMENTARY Lakeville 1.0 mi 7.5
SOUTHVIEW ELEMENTARY Apple Valley 1.1 mi 5.6
Valley Middle School of STEM Apple Valley 1.2 mi 6.0
LAKEVILLE EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM Lakeville 0.9 mi 4.4
HUDDLESTON ELEMENTARY Lakeville 1.3 mi 6.2
Cedar Park Elementary STEM School Apple Valley 1.4 mi 8.4
EASTVIEW ELEMENTARY Lakeville 1.7 mi 7.2
WESTVIEW ELEMENTARY Apple Valley 2.0 mi 7.4
CHRISTIAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Lakeville 1.7 mi 8.8
CENTURY MIDDLE SCHOOL Lakeville 2.2 mi 7.3
MISS MARIE'S LEARNING CENTER Apple Valley 2.2 mi
APPLE VALLEY SENIOR HIGH Apple Valley 2.3 mi 5.8
PARKVIEW ELEMENTARY Rosemount 1.9 mi 5.6
FIT Academy Apple Valley 2.2 mi 5.1
FIT Academy High School Apple Valley 2.2 mi 4.6
ECHO PARK LEADERSHIP ENGINEER/TECH Burnsville 2.9 mi 4.2
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Burnsville 2.7 mi 5.0
LAKEVILLE NORTH HIGH Lakeville 3.2 mi 6.2
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lakeville 3.3 mi 4.5
Lakeville Online Academy-High Lakeville 2.5 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$140,612

Median Home Value

$464,500

Median Rent

$1,730/mo

Population

63,280

College Educated

54.3%

Homeownership

87.7%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

37.3

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CONGDON ELEMENTARY Duluth, MN 8.1
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JONATHAN ELEMENTARY Chaska, MN 8.1
MINNEHAHA ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL Minneapolis, MN 8.1
Pine Meadow Primary School Sartell, MN 8.1
RICE LAKE ELEMENTARY Lino Lakes, MN 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak Hills Elementary

What grades does Oak Hills Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Oak Hills Elementary?

Oak Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 680 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Oak Hills Elementary is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oak Hills Elementary rank in MN?

Oak Hills Elementary ranks #202 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Oak Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Oak Hills Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Hills Elementary has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Oak Hills Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Oak Hills Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

26.6% of students at Oak 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
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
680
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dakota County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.8%

District

Lakeville Area Schools
District Enrollment
12,021
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,882
District Rank
#1 of 18

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