Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bryn Mawr 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bryn Mawr Elementary School's student population of 431 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 73% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bryn Mawr 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 Bryn Mawr Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1578 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
15%
12%
Black
49%
12%
White
12%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bryn Mawr Elementary School's ranking?
Bryn Mawr Elementary School is ranked #1578 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Bryn Mawr Elementary School often compared to?
Bryn Mawr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethune Elementary School, Ella Baker Elementary School, Folwell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Bryn Mawr Elementary School?
431 students attend Bryn Mawr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Bryn Mawr Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bryn Mawr Elementary School?
Bryn Mawr Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bryn Mawr Elementary School offer ?
Bryn Mawr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bryn Mawr Elementary School part of?
Bryn Mawr Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Bryn Mawr Elementary School located?
Bryn Mawr Elementary School is located in the Calhoun Isles neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Calhoun Isles.
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