Washburn Elementary School

8401 Xerxes Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washburn 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 346 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Bottom 50% in MN
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Washburn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

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School Overview

Washburn Elementary School's student population of 346 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
346 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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School Rankings

Washburn Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washburn Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MN)
#1333 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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20-24%
45%
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40-44%
53%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
2%
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Asian
6%
7%
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Hispanic
26%
10%
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Black
31%
12%
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White
27%
63%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
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0.76
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
26%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Washburn Elementary School's ranking?
Washburn Elementary School is ranked #1333 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Washburn Elementary School often compared to?
Washburn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenwood Elementary School, Plymouth Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Washburn Elementary School?
346 students attend Washburn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Washburn Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washburn Elementary School?
Washburn Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washburn Elementary School offer ?
Washburn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Washburn Elementary School part of?
Washburn Elementary School is part of Bloomington Public School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 346 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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