Serving 239 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cityview 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 89% 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: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: CityView Community's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Minneapolis, MN, encompassing an area of approximately 57.5 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.2 miles and the furthest edge located 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cityview Elementary School's student population of 239 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cityview 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 Cityview Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1723 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
23%
12%
Black
52%
12%
White
11%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.3%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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 Cityview Elementary School's ranking?
Cityview Elementary School is ranked #1723 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Cityview Elementary School often compared to?
Cityview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethune Elementary School, Northeast College Prep Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Cityview Elementary School?
239 students attend Cityview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Cityview Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cityview Elementary School?
Cityview Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cityview Elementary School offer ?
Cityview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cityview Elementary School part of?
Cityview Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Cityview Elementary School located?
Cityview Elementary School is located in the Central Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 10 other public schools located in Central Minneapolis.
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