Serving 485 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Five Hawks Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Five Hawks Elementary School's student population of 485 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Five Hawks Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Five Hawks Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#971 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
4%
12%
White
81%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Five Hawks Elementary School's ranking?
Five Hawks Elementary School is ranked #971 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Five Hawks Elementary School often compared to?
Five Hawks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westwood Elementary School, Red Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Five Hawks Elementary School?
485 students attend Five Hawks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Five Hawks Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Five Hawks Elementary School?
Five Hawks Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Five Hawks Elementary School offer ?
Five Hawks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Five Hawks Elementary School part of?
Five Hawks Elementary School is part of Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools School District.
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