Serving 184 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cityview 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cityview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Cityview Elementary School's student population of 184 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
184 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cityview 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 Cityview Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1763 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
19%
12%
Black
53%
12%
White
11%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cityview Elementary School's ranking?
Cityview Elementary School is ranked #1763 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Cityview Elementary School often compared to?
Cityview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethune Elementary School, Northeast College Prep Charter School by visitors of our site.
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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Cityview Elementary School?
184 students attend Cityview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Cityview Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cityview Elementary School?
Cityview Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cityview Elementary School offer ?
Cityview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cityview Elementary School part of?
Cityview Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Cityview Elementary School located?
Cityview Elementary School is located in the Central Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 10 other public schools located in Central Minneapolis.
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