Serving 617 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cornelia Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornelia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cornelia Elementary School's student population of 617 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
617 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Cornelia Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornelia Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#121 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
18%
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
14%
12%
White
49%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Edina Public School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornelia Elementary School's ranking?
Cornelia Elementary School is ranked #121 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Cornelia Elementary School often compared to?
Cornelia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Concord Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Cornelia Elementary School?
617 students attend Cornelia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Cornelia Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cornelia Elementary School?
Cornelia Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cornelia Elementary School offer ?
Cornelia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cornelia Elementary School part of?
Cornelia Elementary School is part of Edina Public School District.
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