Serving 215 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hall Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 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)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hall Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hall Academy Elementary School's student population of 215 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hall Academy 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 Hall Academy Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1841 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
61%
12%
White
11%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hall Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Hall Academy Elementary School is ranked #1841 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hall Academy Elementary School?
215 students attend Hall Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Hall Academy Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hall Academy Elementary School?
Hall Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hall Academy Elementary School offer ?
Hall Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hall Academy Elementary School part of?
Hall Academy Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Hall Academy Elementary School located?
Hall Academy Elementary School is located in the Near North neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Near North.
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