Northview Elementary School

965 Diffley Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55123
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Top 20%
Serving 385 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northview Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 385 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 20% in MN
  • : 63% (Top 20%)
  • : 58% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Northview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

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School Overview

Northview Elementary School's student population of 385 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
385 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
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Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Motto
Home of the Northview All-Stars!

School Rankings

Northview Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northview Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MN)
#304 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
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63%
46%
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58%
51%
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40-44%
41%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
2%
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Asian
5%
7%
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Hispanic
6%
12%
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Black
12%
12%
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White
66%
61%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.54
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Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northview Elementary School's ranking?
Northview Elementary School is ranked #304 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Northview Elementary School often compared to?
Northview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Northview Elementary School?
385 students attend Northview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Northview Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northview Elementary School?
Northview Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northview Elementary School offer ?
Northview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northview Elementary School part of?
Northview Elementary School is part of Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 385 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 63% (Top 20%)
  • : 58% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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