Serving 85 students in grades 6-8, Hennepin Middle 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 15-19% (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 6:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hennepin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hennepin Middle School's student population of 85 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
85 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hennepin Middle 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 Middle School is 0.24, 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
#1481 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
14%
10%
Black
86%
12%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hennepin Middle School's ranking?
Hennepin Middle School is ranked #1481 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% 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 Middle School?
85 students attend Hennepin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Hennepin Middle School students are Black, and 14% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hennepin Middle School?
Hennepin Middle School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hennepin Middle School offer ?
Hennepin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hennepin Middle School part of?
Hennepin Middle School is part of Hennepin Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Hennepin Middle School located?
Hennepin Middle School is located in the Nokomis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Nokomis.
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