Serving 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Banfield 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 40% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Banfield Elementary School's student population of 574 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Rankings
Banfield 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 Banfield Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1124 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
18%
7%
Hispanic
26%
12%
Black
9%
12%
White
39%
60%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banfield Elementary School's ranking?
Banfield Elementary School is ranked #1124 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Banfield Elementary School often compared to?
Banfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southgate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Banfield Elementary School?
574 students attend Banfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Banfield Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Banfield Elementary School?
Banfield Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Banfield Elementary School offer ?
Banfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Banfield Elementary School part of?
Banfield Elementary School is part of Austin Public School District.
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