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#45 of 1,986 schools in MN

Top 2% in state

Prairie View Elementary

Elementary School · EDEN PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

17255 PETERBORG RD, Eden Prairie, MN 55346

Enrollment

614

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Eden Prairie

#2 of 14

public schools

Minnesota elementary schools

#43 of 962

In district

#2 of 12

EDEN PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Prairie View Elementary

Prairie View Elementary is a public elementary school in Eden Prairie, MN, part of the EDEN PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 614 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 97.8th percentile among MN schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 71% proficiency in math and 73% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.8/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $137,125, where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a small city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.28 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.8Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72%
Reading/ELA Proficiency74%
Overall Proficiency73%
Expected (poverty-adj.)49%
vs. Expected+23.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,759

Prairie View Elementary — Students at Prairie View Elementary score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 73.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
73%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
69%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
74%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Prairie View Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
98th percentile in MN
Academic
9.8/10
9.8/10
Growth
8.8/10
Above average
Environment
7.2/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers

Location

17255 PETERBORG RD, Eden Prairie, MN 55346

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Prairie View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCENIC HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Minnetonka), with a very similar rating. Another option is Tonka Online K-5 (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Minnetonka), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CLEAR SPRINGS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Minnetonka), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Eden Prairie, see our Eden Prairie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
EDEN PRAIRIE SENIOR HIGH Eden Prairie 0.3 mi 7.9
SCENIC HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 1.8 mi 8.8
Eden Prairie Online Secondary Eden Prairie 1.7 mi 6.3
Eden Prairie Online Elementary Eden Prairie 1.7 mi 7.8
CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Eden Prairie 1.6 mi 6.3
CLEAR SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 1.8 mi 8.4
Tonka Online K-5 Minnetonka 1.9 mi 8.5
CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY Eden Prairie 2.4 mi 7.8
GATEWOOD ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 2.0 mi 7.5
CHAPEL HILL ACADEMY Chanhassen 1.9 mi 5.8
MINNETONKA SENIOR HIGH Minnetonka 2.4 mi 8.1
Tonka Online Minnetonka 2.4 mi 7.7
Early Childhood Special Ed. Eden Prairie 2.1 mi 7.4
TASSEL TRANSITION Eden Prairie 2.1 mi 7.6
ST HUBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chanhassen 2.3 mi 5.6
CHANHASSEN ELEMENTARY Chanhassen 2.1 mi 8.4
Shorewood Education Center Shorewood 2.8 mi
SWMetro Annica Program Shakopee 2.4 mi
FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY Eden Prairie 2.3 mi 8.0
AGAPE CHRISTI ACADEMY Eden Prairie 2.4 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55346 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$137,125

Median Home Value

$463,800

Median Rent

$1,823/mo

Population

18,602

College Educated

63.4%

Homeownership

86.1%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

41.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Prairie View Elementary has a median household income of $137,125. It is a well-educated community where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $463,800, with a median rent of $1,823/month. The local poverty rate of 3.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Brookside Elementary Ramsey, MN 8.8
PLAINVIEW-ELGIN-MILLVILLE PK-3 Plainview, MN 8.8
ZACHARY LANE ELEMENTARY Plymouth, MN 8.8
GREENVALE PARK ELEMENTARY Northfield, MN 8.9
Oak Point Elementary Eden Prairie, MN 8.9
Pipestone Elementary Pipestone, MN 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Prairie View Elementary

What grades does Prairie View Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Prairie View Elementary?

Prairie View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 614 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie View Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Prairie View Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Prairie View Elementary rank in MN?

Prairie View Elementary is ranked #45 out of 1,986 schools in MN.

What is Prairie View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Prairie View Elementary has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Prairie View Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Prairie View Elementary has 71.3% math proficiency and 73.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Prairie View Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Prairie View Elementary a Title I school?

No, Prairie View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

36.0% of students at Prairie View 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
Bike Score
59 Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,356/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Eden Prairie). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
614
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hennepin County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

EDEN PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
8,963
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,485
District Rank
#2 of 12

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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