Serving 228 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Hiawatha 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hiawatha Elementary School's student population of 228 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hiawatha Elementary School is 0.49, 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)
(12-13)40-44%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)40-44%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
8%
12%
White
70%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hiawatha Elementary School often compared to?
Hiawatha Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howe Elementary School, Dowling Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% MN state average).
How many students attend Hiawatha Elementary School?
228 students attend Hiawatha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hiawatha Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hiawatha Elementary School?
Hiawatha Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hiawatha Elementary School offer ?
Hiawatha Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Hiawatha Elementary School part of?
Hiawatha Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Hiawatha Elementary School located?
Hiawatha Elementary School is located in the Hiawatha neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Hiawatha.
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