Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sonnesyn 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 74% 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: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonnesyn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sonnesyn Elementary School's student population of 298 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Sonnesyn 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 Sonnesyn Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1626 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
20%
12%
Black
40%
12%
White
26%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Sonnesyn Elementary School's ranking?
Sonnesyn Elementary School is ranked #1626 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Sonnesyn Elementary School often compared to?
Sonnesyn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zachary Lane Elementary School, Robbinsdale Spanish Immersion Elementary School, School Of Engineering-arts At Olson by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Sonnesyn Elementary School?
298 students attend Sonnesyn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Sonnesyn Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sonnesyn Elementary School?
Sonnesyn Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sonnesyn Elementary School offer ?
Sonnesyn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sonnesyn Elementary School part of?
Sonnesyn Elementary School is part of Robbinsdale Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Sonnesyn Elementary School located?
Sonnesyn Elementary School is located in the Aquila neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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