Serving 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jenny Lind 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 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jenny Lind Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jenny Lind Elementary School's student population of 249 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 51% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jenny Lind 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 Jenny Lind Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#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)
≤10%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
17%
7%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
47%
12%
White
13%
62%
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
77%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jenny Lind Elementary School's ranking?
Jenny Lind Elementary School is ranked #1841 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Jenny Lind Elementary School often compared to?
Jenny Lind Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lucy Laney Elementary School, Nasha Shkola Charter School by visitors of our site.
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 Jenny Lind Elementary School?
249 students attend Jenny Lind Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Jenny Lind Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jenny Lind Elementary School?
Jenny Lind Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jenny Lind Elementary School offer ?
Jenny Lind Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jenny Lind Elementary School part of?
Jenny Lind Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Jenny Lind Elementary School located?
Jenny Lind Elementary School is located in the Camden neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 11 other public schools located in Camden.
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