Serving 128 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Banaadir 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banaadir Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Banaadir Elementary School's student population of 128 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 110% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
128 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Banaadir 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 Banaadir Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#1689 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
98%
12%
White
n/a
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banaadir Elementary School's ranking?
Banaadir Elementary School is ranked #1689 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Banaadir Elementary School?
128 students attend Banaadir Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Banaadir Elementary School students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Banaadir Elementary School?
Banaadir Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Banaadir Elementary School offer ?
Banaadir Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Banaadir Elementary School part of?
Banaadir Elementary School is part of Minnesota Transitions Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Banaadir Elementary School located?
Banaadir Elementary School is located in the Bottineau neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 2 other public schools located in Bottineau.
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