Serving 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Las Estrellas 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 20-24% (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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sheridan Elementary serves the northeast part of Minneapolis, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Las Estrellas Elementary School's student population of 401 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Uplifting, validating, and affirming the identities, culture, and experiences of students.
School Rankings
Las Estrellas 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 Las Estrellas Elementary School is 0.40, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1659 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)
20-24%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 is Las Estrellas Elementary School's ranking?
Las Estrellas Elementary School is ranked #1659 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Las Estrellas Elementary School often compared to?
Las Estrellas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson Elementary School, East Bethel 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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Las Estrellas Elementary School?
401 students attend Las Estrellas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Las Estrellas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Las Estrellas Elementary School?
Las Estrellas Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Las Estrellas Elementary School offer ?
Las Estrellas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Las Estrellas Elementary School part of?
Las Estrellas Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Las Estrellas Elementary School located?
Las Estrellas Elementary School is located in the Northeast Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 11 other public schools located in Northeast Minneapolis.
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