Serving 208 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hmong International 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hmong International Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hmong International Elementary School's student population of 208 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hmong International 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 Hmong International Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1841 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
38%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
30%
12%
White
10%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Hmong International Elementary School's ranking?
Hmong International Elementary School is ranked #1841 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hmong International Elementary School?
208 students attend Hmong International Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Hmong International Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hmong International Elementary School?
Hmong International Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hmong International Elementary School offer ?
Hmong International Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hmong International Elementary School part of?
Hmong International Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Hmong International Elementary School located?
Hmong International Elementary School is located in the Jordan neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 12 other public schools located in Jordan.
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