Serving 556 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Redtail Ridge 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 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Redtail Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Redtail Ridge Elementary School's student population of 556 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
556 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Redtail Ridge 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 Redtail Ridge Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#253 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
82%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lakers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redtail Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Redtail Ridge Elementary School is ranked #253 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Redtail Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Redtail Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westwood Elementary School, Aspen Academy, Jeffers Pond Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Redtail Ridge Elementary School?
556 students attend Redtail Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Redtail Ridge Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Redtail Ridge Elementary School?
Redtail Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Redtail Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Redtail Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Redtail Ridge Elementary School part of?
Redtail Ridge Elementary School is part of Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools.
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