Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nellie Stone Johnson 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 6-9% (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 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary serves the northern part of Minneapolis, MN, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the school's edge being about 1.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary School's student population of 304 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
We are a community of learners that focuses on a climate of cooperation, academic excellence, and social-emotional competence to support students to reach their full potential.
School Rankings
Nellie Stone Johnson 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 Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1740 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
49%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Osprey
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary School is ranked #1740 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary School often compared to?
Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pillsbury Elementary School, Lucy Laney Elementary School, Lyndale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% 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 Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary School?
304 students attend Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary School?
Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary School offer ?
Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary School part of?
Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary School located?
Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary School is located in the Hawthorne neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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