Serving 278 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hennepin 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hennepin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hennepin Elementary School's student population of 278 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 92% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hennepin 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 Hennepin Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1363 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
91%
12%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hennepin Elementary School's ranking?
Hennepin Elementary School is ranked #1363 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hennepin Elementary School often compared to?
Hennepin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Best Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Hennepin Elementary School?
278 students attend Hennepin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Hennepin Elementary School students are Black, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hennepin Elementary School?
Hennepin Elementary School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hennepin Elementary School offer ?
Hennepin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hennepin Elementary School part of?
Hennepin Elementary School is part of Hennepin Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 2/27/2023
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