Serving 187 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pratt 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pratt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Pratt Elementary School's student population of 187 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Pratt Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pratt Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1280 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
15%
12%
Black
61%
12%
White
16%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pratt Elementary School's ranking?
Pratt Elementary School is ranked #1280 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Pratt Elementary School often compared to?
Pratt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lyndale Elementary School, Seward Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pratt Elementary School?
187 students attend Pratt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Pratt Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pratt Elementary School?
Pratt Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pratt Elementary School offer ?
Pratt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pratt Elementary School part of?
Pratt Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Pratt Elementary School located?
Pratt Elementary School is located in the Prospect Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Prospect Park.
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