Serving 499 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Aquila Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aquila Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Aquila Elementary School's student population of 499 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aquila Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aquila Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#791 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
16%
12%
Black
23%
12%
White
44%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aquila Elementary School's ranking?
Aquila Elementary School is ranked #791 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Aquila Elementary School often compared to?
Aquila Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Susan Lindgren Elementary School, Peter Hobart Elementary School, St. Louis Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Aquila Elementary School?
499 students attend Aquila Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Aquila Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aquila Elementary School?
Aquila Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Aquila Elementary School offer ?
Aquila Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Aquila Elementary School part of?
Aquila Elementary School is part of St. Louis Park Public School District.
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