Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School serves 152 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Attendance Zone: The LK Nokomis Comm-Wenonah Campus serves the southeast part of Minneapolis, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being around 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School's student population of 152 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
152 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
A big city with a small town heart.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School is 0.58, 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)
(12-13)65-69%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)45-49%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
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)26.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 schools are Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside Family Charter School, Barton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% MN state average).
How many students attend Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School?
152 students attend Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School?
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School offer ?
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School part of?
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School located?
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School is located in the Wenonah neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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