Serving 374 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Windom Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Windom Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Windom Elementary School's student population of 374 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Windom Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Windom Elementary School is 0.59, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#303 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
15%
12%
White
61%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Windom Elementary School's ranking?
Windom Elementary School is ranked #303 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Windom Elementary School often compared to?
Windom Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bancroft Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Windom Elementary School?
374 students attend Windom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Windom Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Windom Elementary School?
Windom Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Windom Elementary School offer ?
Windom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Windom Elementary School part of?
Windom Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Windom Elementary School located?
Windom Elementary School is located in the Southwest Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 14 other public schools located in Southwest Minneapolis.
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