Serving 573 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Southview Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Southview Elementary School's student population of 573 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Connect, empower, achieve and celebrate!
School Rankings
Southview Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southview Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#818 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
16%
12%
Black
19%
12%
White
49%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southview Elementary School's ranking?
Southview Elementary School is ranked #818 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Southview Elementary School often compared to?
Southview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Southview Elementary School?
573 students attend Southview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Southview Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southview Elementary School?
Southview Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southview Elementary School offer ?
Southview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southview Elementary School part of?
Southview Elementary School is part of Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District.
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