Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Neill 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Neill Elementary serves the southern part of Minneapolis, MN, covering an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Neill Elementary School's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe. Belong. Become.
School Rankings
Neill 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 Neill Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1283 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
17%
12%
Black
42%
12%
White
22%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neill Elementary School's ranking?
Neill Elementary School is ranked #1283 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Neill Elementary School often compared to?
Neill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zachary Lane Elementary School, Forest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Neill Elementary School?
359 students attend Neill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Neill Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neill Elementary School?
Neill Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Neill Elementary School offer ?
Neill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Neill Elementary School part of?
Neill Elementary School is part of Robbinsdale Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Neill Elementary School located?
Neill Elementary School is located in the Valley Place neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Valley Place.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
I hated this school very racist teachers and barely to no kids that look like me teachers are very judgmental and disrespectful towards students and don't really care about the students well being.
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