Serving 309 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Lake Harriet Lower Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Attendance Zone: Lake Harriet Lower Elementary serves the southwest part of Minneapolis, encompassing an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with most residing within 1.1 miles of the school and the furthest edge about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Harriet Lower Elementary School's student population of 309 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
309 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lake Harriet Lower Elementary School is 0.35, 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)80-84%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Lake Harriet Lower Elementary School?
309 students attend Lake Harriet Lower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Lake Harriet Lower Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Harriet Lower Elementary School?
Lake Harriet Lower Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Harriet Lower Elementary School offer ?
Lake Harriet Lower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Harriet Lower Elementary School part of?
Lake Harriet Lower Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Harriet Lower Elementary School located?
Lake Harriet Lower Elementary School is located in the Southwest Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 14 other public schools located in Southwest Minneapolis.
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