Serving 179 students in grades Kindergarten-1, Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 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).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School's student population of 179 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lake Nokomis Wenonah 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)65-69%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)45-49%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
8%
12%
White
70%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside Family Charter School, Barton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% MN state average).
How many students attend Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School?
179 students attend Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School?
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School offer ?
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1
What school district is Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School part of?
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School located?
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School is located in the Wenonah neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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