Serving 477 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Poplar Bridge Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 48% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poplar Bridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Poplar Bridge Elementary School's student population of 477 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Poplar Bridge Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poplar Bridge Elementary School is 0.59, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#533 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
11%
12%
White
61%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 Poplar Bridge Elementary School's ranking?
Poplar Bridge Elementary School is ranked #533 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Poplar Bridge Elementary School often compared to?
Poplar Bridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Normandale Hills Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School, Olson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Poplar Bridge Elementary School?
477 students attend Poplar Bridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Poplar Bridge Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poplar Bridge Elementary School?
Poplar Bridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Poplar Bridge Elementary School offer ?
Poplar Bridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poplar Bridge Elementary School part of?
Poplar Bridge Elementary School is part of Bloomington Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Poplar Bridge Elementary School located?
Poplar Bridge Elementary School is located in the West Bloomington neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 16 other public schools located in West Bloomington.
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