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#240 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 12% in state

Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary

Elementary School · Seven Hills Preparatory Academy

8600 BLOOMINGTON AVE S, Bloomington, MN 55425

Charter

Enrollment

542

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#240 of 1,992

In Bloomington

#2 of 26

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Seven Hills Preparatory Academy

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary

7.9/10

Elementary School in Bloomington · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary

Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary is a public elementary school in Bloomington, MN, part of Seven Hills Preparatory Academy. Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary serves approximately 542 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #240 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.6
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Seven Hills -bloomington 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+21.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,461
Chronic Absenteeism15.3%

Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary — Students at Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 78.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 82.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
85%
ELA
85%
2017
Math
80%
ELA
83%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
60%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
60%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
70%
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: 6.8/10.

How Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary Compares

See how Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
88th percentile in MN
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

8600 BLOOMINGTON AVE S, Bloomington, MN 55425

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Success Academy Bloomington Elem (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BLESSED TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Richfield), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Richfield), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bloomington, see our Bloomington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Success Academy Bloomington Elem Bloomington 0.8 mi 8.4
Success Academy Bloomington Middle Bloomington 0.8 mi 4.8
VALLEY VIEW MIDDLE Bloomington 0.8 mi 5.7
New Code Academy Middle School Bloomington 0.8 mi 5.1
VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Bloomington 0.9 mi 3.6
INDIAN MOUNDS ELEMENTARY Bloomington 1.4 mi 3.8
CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY Richfield 1.7 mi 6.0
Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities Richfield 1.5 mi 6.9
AUGSBURG PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richfield 1.9 mi
KENNEDY SENIOR HIGH Bloomington 1.7 mi 5.9
Beacon ALP Bloomington 1.7 mi 4.5
RICHFIELD STEM SCHOOL Richfield 2.1 mi 6.5
RICHFIELD DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL Richfield 2.1 mi 6.8
Richfield College Experience Prg Richfield 2.0 mi 6.5
WATERSHED HIGH SCHOOL Richfield 2.6 mi 7.2
CENTRAL EDUCATION CENTER Richfield 2.4 mi 5.6
Central Education Center PreK Richfield 2.4 mi 5.6
NATIVITY OF MARY SCHOOL Bloomington 2.4 mi 5.2
RICHFIELD SENIOR HIGH Richfield 2.5 mi 6.7
BLESSED TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richfield 2.7 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55425 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,517

Median Home Value

$312,900

Median Rent

$1,537/mo

Population

10,562

College Educated

32.5%

Homeownership

36.3%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

33.1

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COKATO ELEMENTARY Cokato, MN 7.9
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary

What grades does Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary serve?

Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary?

Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 542 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary rank in MN?

Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary ranks #240 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary a charter school?

Yes, Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary a Title I school?

No, Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary?

33.4% of students at Seven Hills -bloomington 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
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.3%

District

Seven Hills Preparatory Academy
District Enrollment
1,141
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,461
District Rank
#2 of 3

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