Serving 297 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dowling Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dowling Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dowling Elementary School's student population of 297 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dowling Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dowling Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#303 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
23%
12%
White
55%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dowling Elementary School's ranking?
Dowling Elementary School is ranked #303 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Dowling Elementary School often compared to?
Dowling Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Dowling Elementary School?
297 students attend Dowling Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Dowling Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dowling Elementary School?
Dowling Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dowling Elementary School offer ?
Dowling Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dowling Elementary School part of?
Dowling Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Dowling Elementary School located?
Dowling Elementary School is located in the Howe neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 2 other public schools located in Howe.
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