Excellent
#205 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 10% 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
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#205 of 1,992
In Golden Valley
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 21
ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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School of Engineering-arts at Olson
Elementary School in Golden Valley · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About School of Engineering-arts at Olson
School of Engineering-arts at Olson is a public elementary school in Golden Valley, MN, part of ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. School of Engineering-arts at Olson serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. School of Engineering-arts at Olson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #205 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for School of Engineering-arts at Olson show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 5.8
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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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: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.4/10.
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.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
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. MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Notre Ecole Academy (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 | 6.1 |
| Sandburg Middle School Golden Valley | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Robbinsdale Virtual Academy Golden Valley | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Robbinsdale Virtual Academy K-5 Golden Valley | 0.6 mi | — |
| NEILL ELEMENTARY Crystal | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| 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 | 7.3 |
| Robbinsdale Spanish Immersion El. New Hope | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| BEACON ACADEMY Crystal | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| PERPICH CENTER FOR ARTS EDUCATION Golden Valley | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL Golden Valley | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| SONNESYN ELEMENTARY New Hope | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY Golden Valley | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| The FAIR School - Crystal Crystal | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| VirtualEDU ELementary Golden Valley | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| VirtualEDU Secondary Golden Valley | 1.9 mi | — |
| Robbinsdale Shared Time Program New Hope | 2.4 mi | — |
| NOBLE ELEMENTARY Golden Valley | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| ST. LOUIS PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Saint Louis Park | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
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
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| CLEARBROOK-GONVICK ELEMENTARY Clearbrook, MN | 8.1 |
| CONGDON ELEMENTARY Duluth, MN | 8.1 |
| FALLS ELEMENTARY International Falls, MN | 8.1 |
| JONATHAN ELEMENTARY Chaska, MN | 8.1 |
| MINNEHAHA ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL Minneapolis, MN | 8.1 |
| Pine Meadow Primary School Sartell, MN | 8.1 |
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 ranks #205 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is School of Engineering-arts at Olson's MySchoolScout rating?
School of Engineering-arts at Olson 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 School of Engineering-arts at Olson?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School of Engineering-arts at Olson has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (763) 504-7200
Resources & Links
District
ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 10,735
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,779
- District Rank
- #2 of 21
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