Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Loring 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 20-24% (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 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Loring Elementary serves the northern part of Minneapolis, MN, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest point in the attendance zone being about 1.9 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Loring Elementary School's student population of 321 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Loring 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 Loring Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#1550 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
39%
12%
White
23%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loring Elementary School's ranking?
Loring Elementary School is ranked #1550 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Loring Elementary School often compared to?
Loring Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lucy Laney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Loring Elementary School?
321 students attend Loring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Loring Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loring Elementary School?
Loring Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Loring Elementary School offer ?
Loring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loring Elementary School part of?
Loring Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Loring Elementary School located?
Loring Elementary School is located in the Camden neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 11 other public schools located in Camden.
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