Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alice Smith Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alice Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Alice Smith Elementary School's student population of 448 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Alice Smith Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alice Smith Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1263 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
20%
12%
Black
33%
12%
White
34%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Alice Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Alice Smith Elementary School is ranked #1263 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Alice Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Alice Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Alice Smith Elementary School?
448 students attend Alice Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Alice Smith Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alice Smith Elementary School?
Alice Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alice Smith Elementary School offer ?
Alice Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alice Smith Elementary School part of?
Alice Smith Elementary School is part of Hopkins Public School District.
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