Serving 372 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Mendota Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mendota Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mendota Elementary School's student population of 372 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 88% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
School Rankings
Mendota Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mendota Elementary School is 0.47, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#12 out of 1773 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
10%
12%
White
72%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Mendota Elementary School's ranking?
Mendota Elementary School is ranked #12 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Mendota Elementary School often compared to?
Mendota Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Somerset Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Mendota Elementary School?
372 students attend Mendota Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mendota Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Mendota Elementary School offer ?
Mendota Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mendota Elementary School part of?
Mendota Elementary School is part of West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan School District.
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