Serving 747 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Greenleaf Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Greenleaf Elementary serves the west part of Saint Paul, MN, covering an area of approximately 4.6 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the school's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenleaf Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Greenleaf Elementary School's student population of 747 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
747 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Greenleaf Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenleaf Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#406 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
24%
12%
Black
14%
12%
White
47%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenleaf Elementary School's ranking?
Greenleaf Elementary School is ranked #406 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Greenleaf Elementary School?
747 students attend Greenleaf Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Greenleaf Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenleaf Elementary School?
Greenleaf Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greenleaf Elementary School offer ?
Greenleaf Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenleaf Elementary School part of?
Greenleaf Elementary School is part of Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District.
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