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South View Middle

Middle School · EDINA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

4725 S VIEW LN, Edina, MN 55424

Enrollment

979

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Edina

#11 of 12

public schools

Minnesota middle schools

#62 of 280

In district

#10 of 10

EDINA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Exceptional

About South View Middle

South View Middle serves 979 students in grades 6-8 in Edina, Minnesota, with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 supported by 61 full-time equivalent teachers. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.4 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking in the 87th percentile statewide at #268 out of 2,027 Minnesota schools. Academically, South View Middle shows particular strength in English Language Arts, with 71% of students achieving proficiency or above across all grade levels.

Math performance reaches 57% proficiency, providing a solid foundation for students' continued academic growth. The school's overall academic score of 8.8 out of 10 reflects its commitment to educational excellence. The school serves a highly educated and affluent community in the 55424 zip code area, where 85% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The neighborhood's median household income of $225,119 and median home value of $880,100 reflect the area's prosperity, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 2.3%. This supportive community environment, with a population of 10,203, provides students with numerous opportunities and resources. South View Middle operates within Edina's small city setting, offering students the benefits of a close-knit community while maintaining access to broader metropolitan educational and cultural opportunities.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-3.98 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57%
Reading/ELA Proficiency71%
Overall Proficiency64%
Expected (poverty-adj.)59%
vs. Expected+4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment5.6Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,558

South View Middle — Students at South View Middle score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 73.7%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
72%
ELA
79%
2021*
Math
58%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
71%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How South View Middle Compares

See how South View Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in MN
Academic
8.5/10
8.5/10
Growth
5.1/10
Above average
Environment
5.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
61 teachers

Location

4725 S VIEW LN, Edina, MN 55424

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South View Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lake Harriet Upper Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Minneapolis), which scores notably higher. Another option is COUNTRYSIDE ELEMENTARY (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CONCORD ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Edina, see our Edina schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL ED Edina 0.1 mi 7.9
SPECIAL ED-NON PUBLIC Edina 0.1 mi
Edina Secondary Virtual Pathway Edina 0.1 mi
NORMANDALE ELEMENTARY Edina 0.1 mi 7.6
CONCORD ELEMENTARY Edina 0.2 mi 8.4
OUR LADY OF GRACE SCHOOL Edina 0.5 mi 4.7
CHESTERTON ACADEMY Edina 0.9 mi 8.4
Agamim Classical Academy Edina 1.0 mi 8.0
HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY Edina 1.0 mi 6.9
COUNTRYSIDE ELEMENTARY Edina 1.2 mi 9.1
CORNELIA ELEMENTARY Edina 1.7 mi 7.7
CARONDELET CATHOLIC Minneapolis 1.5 mi 6.9
STEP BY STEP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Edina 1.6 mi
Southwest High Minneapolis 1.7 mi 7.8
SUSAN LINDGREN ELEMENTARY Saint Louis Park 2.0 mi 7.4
GOLDEN YEARS Edina 2.0 mi
Lake Harriet Upper Elementary Minneapolis 1.7 mi 9.2
CALVIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (DBA: AVAIL ACADEMY) Minneapolis 2.2 mi 4.5
AVAIL ACADEMY - EDINA Edina 2.2 mi 6.3
EDINA SENIOR HIGH Edina 1.9 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55424 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$241,875

Median Home Value

$959,800

Median Rent

$1,786/mo

Population

10,373

College Educated

85.1%

Homeownership

91.6%

Poverty Rate

1.6%

Median Age

41.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding South View Middle has a median household income of $241,875. It is a well-educated community where 85% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $959,800, with a median rent of $1,786/month. The local poverty rate of 1.6% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
NORTH JUNIOR HIGH Saint Cloud, MN 6.4
Stillwater Middle School Stillwater, MN 6.4
Hidden River Middle School Saint Paul, MN 6.5
Prairie View Middle School Otsego, MN 6.5
BEMIDJI MIDDLE Bemidji, MN 6.3
Kennedy Middle School Fergus Falls, MN 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South View Middle

What grades does South View Middle serve?

South View Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend South View Middle?

South View Middle has an enrollment of approximately 979 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South View Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at South View Middle is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does South View Middle rank in MN?

South View Middle is ranked #987 out of 1,986 schools in MN.

What is South View Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

South View Middle has a composite rating of 6.4 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 South View Middle?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, South View Middle has 62.3% math proficiency and 73.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is South View Middle a charter school?

No, South View Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is South View Middle a Title I school?

No, South View Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South View Middle?

19.4% of students at South View Middle 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
19 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,567/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
979
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
61
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hennepin County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

EDINA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
8,609
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,953
District Rank
#10 of 10

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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