Serving 386 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lucy Laney 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 15-19% (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 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lucy Laney Elementary School's student population of 386 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
386 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1983
School Calendar
School Motto
Strong schools reflect strong communities.
School Rankings
Lucy Laney 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 Lucy Laney Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1707 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
17%
12%
Black
58%
12%
White
8%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.3%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucy Laney Elementary School's ranking?
Lucy Laney Elementary School is ranked #1707 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Lucy Laney Elementary School often compared to?
Lucy Laney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jenny Lind Elementary School, Loring Elementary School, Nasha Shkola Charter 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Lucy Laney Elementary School?
386 students attend Lucy Laney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Lucy Laney Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lucy Laney Elementary School?
Lucy Laney Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lucy Laney Elementary School offer ?
Lucy Laney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lucy Laney Elementary School part of?
Lucy Laney Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Lucy Laney Elementary School located?
Lucy Laney Elementary School is located in the Camden neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 11 other public schools located in Camden.
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