Serving 461 students in grades 1-4, Banfield Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Banfield Elementary School's student population of 461 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Banfield 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 Banfield Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1074 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
19%
11%
Black
10%
12%
White
54%
62%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banfield Elementary School's ranking?
Banfield Elementary School is ranked #1074 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Banfield Elementary School often compared to?
Banfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southgate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Banfield Elementary School?
461 students attend Banfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Banfield Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Banfield Elementary School?
Banfield Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Banfield Elementary School offer ?
Banfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4
What school district is Banfield Elementary School part of?
Banfield Elementary School is part of Austin Public School District.
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