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#93 of 1,986 schools in MN

Top 5% in state

School of Engineering-arts at Olson

Elementary School · ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

1751 KELLY DR, Golden Valley, MN 55427

Enrollment

438

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Golden Valley

#2 of 9

public schools

Minnesota elementary schools

#88 of 962

In district

#3 of 21

ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Exceptional

About School of Engineering-arts at Olson

School of Engineering-arts at Olson is a public elementary school in Golden Valley, MN, part of the ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 438 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 16.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 95.4th percentile among MN schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 58% proficiency in math and 67% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $92,013, where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.02 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.2Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59%
Reading/ELA Proficiency72%
Overall Proficiency66%
Expected (poverty-adj.)52%
vs. Expected+13.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.3Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,508

School of Engineering-arts at Olson — Students at School of Engineering-arts at Olson score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.7%
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
63%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
59%
ELA
72%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How School of Engineering-arts at Olson Compares

See how School of Engineering-arts at Olson performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
95th percentile in MN
Academic
9.2/10
9.2/10
Growth
8.9/10
Above average
Environment
6.3/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers

Location

1751 KELLY DR, Golden Valley, MN 55427

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering School of Engineering-arts at Olson may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEILL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Crystal), with a comparable rating. Another option is MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Notre Ecole Academy (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Golden Valley, see our Golden Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
HIGHVIEW ALC Golden Valley 0.6 mi 6.6
Sandburg Middle School Golden Valley 0.6 mi 5.6
Robbinsdale Virtual Academy Golden Valley 0.6 mi 5.2
Robbinsdale Virtual Academy K-5 Golden Valley 0.6 mi
NEILL ELEMENTARY Crystal 0.8 mi 7.9
KING OF GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Golden Valley 0.9 mi 4.5
PEACEFUL VALLEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Golden Valley 1.1 mi
Notre Ecole Academy Golden Valley 1.0 mi 7.5
Robbinsdale Spanish Immersion El. New Hope 1.1 mi 5.4
BEACON ACADEMY Crystal 1.4 mi 5.3
PERPICH CENTER FOR ARTS EDUCATION Golden Valley 1.3 mi 8.9
GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL Golden Valley 1.5 mi 5.9
SONNESYN ELEMENTARY New Hope 1.6 mi 5.3
MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY Golden Valley 1.8 mi 7.7
The FAIR School - Crystal Crystal 2.1 mi 5.1
VirtualEDU ELementary Golden Valley 1.9 mi 7.3
VirtualEDU Secondary Golden Valley 1.9 mi
Robbinsdale Shared Time Program New Hope 2.4 mi
NOBLE ELEMENTARY Golden Valley 1.7 mi 5.5
ST. LOUIS PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Saint Louis Park 2.5 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55427 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,013

Median Home Value

$341,700

Median Rent

$1,443/mo

Population

24,667

College Educated

48.9%

Homeownership

67.2%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

40.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding School of Engineering-arts at Olson has a median household income of $92,013. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $341,700, with a median rent of $1,443/month. The local poverty rate of 9.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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School Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about School of Engineering-arts at Olson

What grades does School of Engineering-arts at Olson serve?

School of Engineering-arts at Olson serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend School of Engineering-arts at Olson?

School of Engineering-arts at Olson has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at School of Engineering-arts at Olson?

The student-teacher ratio at School of Engineering-arts at Olson is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does School of Engineering-arts at Olson rank in MN?

School of Engineering-arts at Olson is ranked #93 out of 1,986 schools in MN.

What is School of Engineering-arts at Olson's MySchoolScout rating?

School of Engineering-arts at Olson has a composite rating of 8.5 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 School of Engineering-arts at Olson?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, School of Engineering-arts at Olson has 58.0% math proficiency and 66.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is School of Engineering-arts at Olson a charter school?

No, School of Engineering-arts at Olson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is School of Engineering-arts at Olson a Title I school?

No, School of Engineering-arts at Olson is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School of Engineering-arts at Olson?

32.0% of students at School of Engineering-arts at Olson 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
23 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,053/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Golden Valley). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
10,735
Schools in District
28
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,779
District Rank
#3 of 21

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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