Serving 316 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Hale Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hale Elementary School's student population of 316 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hale Elementary School is 0.39, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
4%
12%
White
77%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hale Elementary School often compared to?
Hale 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?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Hale Elementary School?
316 students attend Hale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Hale Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hale Elementary School?
Hale Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hale Elementary School offer ?
Hale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Hale Elementary School part of?
Hale Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Hale Elementary School located?
Hale Elementary School is located in the Hale neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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