Serving 488 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Northpoint Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% 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: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northpoint Elementary serves the northeast part of Minneapolis, MN, covering an area of approximately 11.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northpoint Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northpoint Elementary School's student population of 488 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Northpoint Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northpoint Elementary School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#436 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
19%
12%
White
59%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northpoint Elementary School's ranking?
Northpoint Elementary School is ranked #436 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Northpoint Elementary School often compared to?
Northpoint Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Northpoint Elementary School?
488 students attend Northpoint Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Northpoint Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northpoint Elementary School?
Northpoint Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northpoint Elementary School offer ?
Northpoint Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northpoint Elementary School part of?
Northpoint Elementary School is part of Spring Lake Park School District.
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