Serving 557 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sand Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than 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 50% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sand Creek Elementary serves the southeast part of Minneapolis, covering an area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sand Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sand Creek Elementary School's student population of 557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1982
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering every learner by fostering a culture of excellence.
School Rankings
Sand Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sand Creek Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#592 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.1%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sand Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Sand Creek Elementary School is ranked #592 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Sand Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Sand Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like University Avenue Elementary - Aero, Andover Elementary School, Johnsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Sand Creek Elementary School?
557 students attend Sand Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Sand Creek Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sand Creek Elementary School?
Sand Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sand Creek Elementary School offer ?
Sand Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sand Creek Elementary School part of?
Sand Creek Elementary School is part of Anoka-Hennepin School District.
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