Excellent
#211 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 11% in state
Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary
Elementary School · Prodeo Academy
4141 UNIVERSITY AVE NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
2nd – 4th
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
2nd – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#211 of 1,992
In Columbia Heights
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Prodeo Academy
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary
Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Columbia Heights, MN, part of Prodeo Academy. Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary serves approximately 204 students, and covers grades 2nd-4th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #211 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary — Students at Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 10.0/10.
How Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary Compares
See how Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4141 UNIVERSITY AVE NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WAITE PARK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Minneapolis), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bultum Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Spero Academy (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Minneapolis), a more accessible option. For more schools in Columbia Heights, see our Columbia Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary Columbia Heights | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle Columbia Heights | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Columbia Heights | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Columbia Heights | 1.0 mi | 2.8 |
| COLUMBIA ACADEMY Columbia Heights | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Columbia Academy Anchor Program Columbia Heights | 1.0 mi | — |
| LITTLE VOYAGEURS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia Heights | 1.4 mi | — |
| COLUMBIA HEIGHTS SENIOR HIGH Columbia Heights | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Anchor Columbia Heights | 1.4 mi | — |
| Columbia Heights Transition Program Columbia Heights | 1.4 mi | — |
| Bultum Academy Columbia Heights | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD Columbia Heights | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Virtual Heights Secondary Columbia Heights | 1.4 mi | — |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Columbia Heights | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Spero Academy Minneapolis | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Jenny Lind Elementary Minneapolis | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| WAITE PARK ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| North Park School for Innovation Fridley | 2.0 mi | 2.9 |
| FRIDLEY SENIOR HIGH Fridley | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| TRANSITIONS SCHOOL Fridley | 2.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55421 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,141
Median Home Value
$260,500
Median Rent
$1,281/mo
Population
31,051
College Educated
34.3%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION New Hope, MN | 8.0 |
| FULDA ELEMENTARY Fulda, MN | 8.0 |
| GREENHAVEN ELEMENTARY Hibbing, MN | 8.0 |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Saint Louis Park, MN | 8.0 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roseville, MN | 8.0 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY-ST CLOUD CAMPUS Saint Cloud, MN | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary
What grades does Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary serve?
Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary serves students in grades 2nd through 4th.
How many students attend Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary?
Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 204 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary rank in MN?
Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary ranks #211 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary a Title I school?
No, Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary?
87.7% of students at Prodeo Columbia Heights 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
- 2nd – 4th
- Enrollment
- 204
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Anoka County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.3%
- Phone
- (763) 205-9950
Resources & Links
District
Prodeo Academy- District Enrollment
- 999
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,580
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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