Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Indian Mounds 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Mounds Elementary serves the eastern part of Minneapolis, MN, covering an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the school's edges and the furthest boundary located 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indian Mounds Elementary School's student population of 388 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Indian Mounds 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 Indian Mounds Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#1642 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Mounds Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Mounds Elementary School is ranked #1642 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Indian Mounds Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Mounds Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seven Hills - Richfield Elementary School, Seven Hills - Burnsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Indian Mounds Elementary School?
388 students attend Indian Mounds Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Indian Mounds Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Mounds Elementary School?
Indian Mounds Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Indian Mounds Elementary School offer ?
Indian Mounds Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Mounds Elementary School part of?
Indian Mounds Elementary School is part of Bloomington School District.
In what neighborhood is Indian Mounds Elementary School located?
Indian Mounds Elementary School is located in the East Bloomington neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in East Bloomington.
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