Serving 314 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Minneapolis Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minneapolis Elementary School's student population of 314 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Minneapolis Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minneapolis Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#386 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minneapolis Elementary School's ranking?
Minneapolis Elementary School is ranked #386 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Minneapolis Elementary School?
314 students attend Minneapolis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Minneapolis Elementary School students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minneapolis Elementary School?
Minneapolis Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Minneapolis Elementary School offer ?
Minneapolis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Minneapolis Elementary School part of?
Minneapolis Elementary School is part of North Ottawa County School District.
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