Serving 258 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hmong International 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hmong International Elementary School's student population of 258 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
258 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Hmong International Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hmong International Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#1759 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
26%
7%
Hispanic
24%
12%
Black
31%
12%
White
6%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hmong International Elementary School's ranking?
Hmong International Elementary School is ranked #1759 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hmong International Elementary School often compared to?
Hmong International Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Noble Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hmong International Elementary School?
258 students attend Hmong International Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Hmong International Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hmong International Elementary School?
Hmong International Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hmong International Elementary School offer ?
Hmong International Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hmong International Elementary School part of?
Hmong International Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Hmong International Elementary School located?
Hmong International Elementary School is located in the Jordan neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 12 other public schools located in Jordan.
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