Very Good
#362 of 1,986 schools in MN
Top 18% in state
Sky Oaks Elementary
Elementary School · Burnsville-Eagan-Savage Schools
100 E 134TH ST, Burnsville, MN 55337
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Burnsville
#3 of 14
public schools
Minnesota elementary schools
#301 of 962
In district
#4 of 16
Burnsville-Eagan-Savage Schools
School environment
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Sky Oaks Elementary
Sky Oaks Elementary is a regular public elementary school in Burnsville, Minnesota, located at 100 E 134TH ST. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 459 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1 with 36 full-time equivalent teachers. Sky Oaks Elementary is situated in a small city setting within Dakota County.
While Sky Oaks Elementary currently ranks at 5.6 out of 10 on the MySchoolScout Rating, its academic performance shows room for improvement with an ELA/Reading proficiency rate of 25% and a Math proficiency rate of 20%. Despite these challenges, the school continues to focus on student development and offers a supportive educational environment. Sky Oaks Elementary is part of a community that values education and supports its students in their learning journey.
Score Breakdown
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Sky Oaks Elementary — Students at Sky Oaks Elementary score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.1%
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
→ 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: 8.8/10.
How Sky Oaks Elementary Compares
See how Sky Oaks Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 27% (2019) to 22% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 22% (2019) to 27% (2022).
Location
100 E 134TH ST, Burnsville, MN 55337
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sky Oaks Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GIDEON POND ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLIAM BYRNE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WESTVIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Apple Valley), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Burnsville, see our Burnsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55337 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,641
Median Home Value
$327,800
Median Rent
$1,463/mo
Population
48,104
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
36.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sky Oaks Elementary has a median household income of $81,641. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $327,800, with a median rent of $1,463/month. The local poverty rate of 9.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 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 |
|---|---|
| AVON ELEMENTARY Albany, MN | 7.6 |
| BAMBER VALLEY ELEMENTARY Rochester, MN | 7.6 |
| CHERRY ELEMENTARY Iron, MN | 7.6 |
| EAST CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Finlayson, MN | 7.6 |
| Global Arts Plus Lower Saint Paul, MN | 7.6 |
| HARTLEY ELEMENTARY Waseca, MN | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sky Oaks Elementary
What grades does Sky Oaks Elementary serve?
Sky Oaks Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sky Oaks Elementary?
Sky Oaks Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sky Oaks Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sky Oaks Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sky Oaks Elementary rank in MN?
Sky Oaks Elementary is ranked #362 out of 1,986 schools in MN.
What is Sky Oaks Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sky Oaks Elementary has a composite rating of 7.6 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 Sky Oaks Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sky Oaks Elementary has 20.3% math proficiency and 25.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Sky Oaks Elementary a charter school?
No, Sky Oaks Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sky Oaks Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sky Oaks Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sky Oaks Elementary?
79.1% of students at Sky Oaks 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.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 31 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 24 Minimal Transit
- Bike Score
- 59 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,101/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 459
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Dakota County
- Phone
- (952) 707-3700
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Burnsville-Eagan-Savage Schools- District Enrollment
- 7,594
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,393
- District Rank
- #4 of 16
How We Rate Schools
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