Serving 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Emerson 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 22% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emerson Elementary School's student population of 502 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Emerson 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 Emerson Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1562 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
63%
11%
Black
4%
12%
White
24%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson Elementary School's ranking?
Emerson Elementary School is ranked #1562 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Emerson Elementary School often compared to?
Emerson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Las Estrellas Elementary School, East Bethel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Emerson Elementary School?
502 students attend Emerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Emerson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emerson Elementary School?
Emerson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Emerson Elementary School offer ?
Emerson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Emerson Elementary School part of?
Emerson Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Emerson Elementary School located?
Emerson 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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