Below Average
#1824 of 1,992 schools in MN
Stevenson Elementary
Elementary School · FRIDLEY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
6080 E RIVER RD, Fridley, MN 55432
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,824 of 1,992
In Fridley
#8 of 10
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
FRIDLEY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Stevenson Elementary
Stevenson Elementary is a public elementary school in Fridley, MN, part of FRIDLEY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Stevenson Elementary serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Stevenson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,824 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Stevenson Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Stevenson Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Stevenson Elementary — Students at Stevenson Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.8/10.
How Stevenson Elementary Compares
See how Stevenson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6080 E RIVER RD, Fridley, MN 55432
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stevenson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spero Academy Brooklyn Park (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monroe Elementary School - MSE (rated 5.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HAYES ELEMENTARY (rated 5.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fridley, see our Fridley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55432 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,985
Median Home Value
$278,600
Median Rent
$1,308/mo
Population
32,935
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
35.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stevenson Elementary
What grades does Stevenson Elementary serve?
Stevenson Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Stevenson Elementary?
Stevenson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stevenson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Stevenson Elementary is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stevenson Elementary rank in MN?
Stevenson Elementary ranks #1,824 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Stevenson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Stevenson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Stevenson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stevenson Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Stevenson Elementary a charter school?
No, Stevenson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stevenson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Stevenson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stevenson Elementary?
71.7% of students at Stevenson 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Anoka County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.9%
- Phone
- (763) 502-5300
Resources & Links
District
FRIDLEY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,633
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,928
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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