Serving 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Armatage 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Armatage 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
Armatage Elementary School's student population of 356 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Armatage 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 Armatage Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#109 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
8%
12%
White
71%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armatage Elementary School's ranking?
Armatage Elementary School is ranked #109 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Armatage Elementary School often compared to?
Armatage Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenny Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Armatage Elementary School?
356 students attend Armatage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Armatage Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Armatage Elementary School?
Armatage Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Armatage Elementary School offer ?
Armatage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Armatage Elementary School part of?
Armatage Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Armatage Elementary School located?
Armatage 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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