Serving 468 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burroughs Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burroughs 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
Burroughs Elementary School's student population of 468 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burroughs Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burroughs Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#9 out of 1860 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
4%
12%
White
80%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burroughs Elementary School's ranking?
Burroughs Elementary School is ranked #9 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Burroughs Elementary School often compared to?
Burroughs 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?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Burroughs Elementary School?
468 students attend Burroughs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Burroughs Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burroughs Elementary School?
Burroughs Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burroughs Elementary School offer ?
Burroughs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Burroughs Elementary School part of?
Burroughs Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Burroughs Elementary School located?
Burroughs 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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