Serving 281 students in grades 3-5, Field Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Field Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Field Elementary School's student population of 281 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Field Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Field Elementary School is 0.37, which is less 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
#108 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
79%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Field Elementary School's ranking?
Field Elementary School is ranked #108 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Field Elementary School?
281 students attend Field Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Field Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Field Elementary School?
Field Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Field Elementary School offer ?
Field Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Field Elementary School part of?
Field Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Field Elementary School located?
Field Elementary School is located in the Nokomis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Nokomis.
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