Serving 113 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Legacy Of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy Of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Legacy Of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes's student population of 113 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
113 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Legacy Of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes 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 Legacy Of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes is 0.47, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1810 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
71%
12%
White
10%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy Of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes's ranking?
Legacy Of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes is ranked #1810 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Legacy Of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes?
113 students attend Legacy Of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Legacy Of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes students are Black, 10% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Legacy Of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes?
Legacy Of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Legacy Of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes offer ?
Legacy Of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Legacy Of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes part of?
Legacy Of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes is part of Legacy Of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes School District.
In what neighborhood is Legacy Of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes located?
Legacy Of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes is located in the Camden neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 11 other public schools located in Camden.
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