Serving 326 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Hale Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Attendance Zone: Hale Elementary serves the southern part of Minneapolis, MN, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hale Elementary School's student population of 326 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hale Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
78%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hale Elementary School often compared to?
Hale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burroughs Elementary School, Kenny Elementary School, Northrop Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Hale Elementary School?
326 students attend Hale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Hale Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hale Elementary School?
Hale Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hale Elementary School offer ?
Hale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hale Elementary School part of?
Hale Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Hale Elementary School located?
Hale Elementary School is located in the Hale neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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