Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Stevenson 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 46%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stevenson Elementary serves a central area in Minneapolis, MN, covering approximately 3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stevenson Elementary School's student population of 459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
CARES: We Cooperate, Appreciate, Respect, and Empathize
School Rankings
Stevenson 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 Stevenson Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#1346 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
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)32.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stevenson Elementary School's ranking?
Stevenson Elementary School is ranked #1346 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Stevenson Elementary School often compared to?
Stevenson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hayes 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 46% MN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Stevenson Elementary School?
459 students attend Stevenson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Stevenson Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stevenson Elementary School?
Stevenson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stevenson Elementary School offer ?
Stevenson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stevenson Elementary School part of?
Stevenson Elementary School is part of Fridley Public School District.
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