Concord Elementary School

Concord Elementary School is a public school in Edina, Minnesota, that serves students in grades K–5. It is part of the Edina Public Schools district. The school has about 720 students and a student-teacher ratio of about 15:1, which lets teachers give each student their full attention and teach them in small groups. Concord Elementary has a full academic program that focuses on individualized learning and enrichment. There are hands-on learning opportunities at the school, like a maker-space lab, an outdoor garden, and student leadership activities. These activities encourage students to be creative and work together.

About 77% of the students are White, 7% are multiracial, 6% are Hispanic, 5% are Asian, and 5% are Black. About 11% of the students are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. The students do very well in school; about 82% are good at math and 80% are good at reading and ELA, which is much better than the state averages in Minnesota. It costs about $12,800 per student. Located in a well-established Edina neighborhood where median home values are about $624,000, the school benefits from an engaged and supportive community. People know that Concord Elementary School has great academics, a supportive environment, and a dedication to helping students grow in all areas.

U.S. News & World Report's most recent rankings for 2026 show that Concord Elementary School is one of the top 15 elementary schools in Minnesota. This is a strong showing in the statewide assessment of public schools. The ranking looks at things like how well students do in math and reading/language arts, the number of students per teacher, and other performance metrics. The award puts Concord in the same league as other high-performing schools and shows how well the school does in academics and in general. This mention is a good sign for the school's performance and reputation in the district.

Q1. What time does Concord Elementary School start and end?

Ans. Monday through Friday, Concord Elementary School usually runs from 7:50 a.m. to 2:25 p.m.

Q2. Are there programs at Concord Elementary before or after school?

Ans. Yes, the Edina Community Education program at the school offers before- and after-school care, including activities and help with homework.

Q3. What kinds of help are available for students who need extra help with learning?

Ans. Concord Elementary provides special education, English language learner (ELL), and gifted services to meet the needs of all its students.

Q4. What can parents do to help at Concord Elementary?

Ans. Parents can join the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO), help out in classrooms, or help with school events and fundraisers.

Q5. What steps does the school take to keep everyone safe?

Ans. The school keeps the learning environment safe by using secure entry systems, doing safety drills on a regular basis, and having staff watch over students."