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Park Terrace Elementary
Elementary School · SPRING LAKE PARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
8301 TERRACE RD NE, Spring Lake Park, MN 55432
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,957 of 1,992
In Spring Lake Park
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
SPRING LAKE PARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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Park Terrace Elementary
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About Park Terrace Elementary
Park Terrace Elementary is a public elementary school in Spring Lake Park, MN, part of SPRING LAKE PARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Park Terrace Elementary serves approximately 525 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Terrace Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,957 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Park Terrace Elementary show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Park Terrace 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
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Park Terrace Elementary — Students at Park Terrace Elementary score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.5/10.
How Park Terrace Elementary Compares
See how Park Terrace Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8301 TERRACE RD NE, Spring Lake Park, MN 55432
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Park Terrace Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AVAIL ACADEMY - BLAINE (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Minneapolis), which scores notably higher. Another option is University Avenue Elementary - Aero (rated 7.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Blaine), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CROSS OF CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Coon Rapids), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Spring Lake Park, see our Spring Lake Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary Lighthouse Spring Lake Park | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Secondary Lighthouse Spring Lake Park | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| SPRING LAKE PARK SENIOR HIGH Spring Lake Park | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| SLP Schools Online Secondary Spring Lake Park | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Woodcrest El. Spanish Immersion Fridley | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fridley | 1.0 mi | — |
| AVAIL ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Fridley | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| AVAIL ACADEMY - BLAINE Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Westwood Intermediate & Middle Sch Blaine | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| EARLY EDUCATION Spring Lake Park | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| SLP Schools Online Elementary Spring Lake Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| Metro Heights Academy Fridley | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| WOODCREST BAPTIST ACADEMY Fridley | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| HAYES ELEMENTARY Fridley | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| University Avenue Elementary - Aero Blaine | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| CROSS OF CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Coon Rapids | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| ADAMS ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| FRIDLEY MIDDLE Fridley | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| FRIDLEY MIDDLE AREA LEARNING CENTER Fridley | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Early Childhood Special Education S Fridley | 2.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55432 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,985
Median Home Value
$278,600
Median Rent
$1,308/mo
Population
32,935
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
35.9
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|---|---|
| HILLTOP ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights, MN | 3.2 |
| Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-Northrop Minneapolis, MN | 3.2 |
| RIVERSIDE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Rochester, MN | 3.2 |
| Twin Cities International Schools Minneapolis, MN | 3.2 |
| EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY Hopkins, MN | 3.4 |
| BEACON ACADEMY Crystal, MN | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Park Terrace Elementary
What grades does Park Terrace Elementary serve?
Park Terrace Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Park Terrace Elementary?
Park Terrace Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 525 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Terrace Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Park Terrace Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Park Terrace Elementary rank in MN?
Park Terrace Elementary ranks #1,957 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Park Terrace Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Park Terrace Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Park Terrace Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Park Terrace Elementary has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Park Terrace Elementary a charter school?
No, Park Terrace Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Park Terrace Elementary a Title I school?
No, Park Terrace Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Park Terrace Elementary?
70.1% of students at Park Terrace 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 525
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Anoka County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.6%
- Phone
- (763) 600-5600
Resources & Links
District
SPRING LAKE PARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 6,140
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,472
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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