Serving 404 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lyndale 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 78% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyndale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lyndale Elementary School's student population of 404 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lyndale 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 Lyndale Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1418 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
33%
12%
Black
35%
12%
White
22%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyndale Elementary School's ranking?
Lyndale Elementary School is ranked #1418 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Lyndale Elementary School?
404 students attend Lyndale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Lyndale Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lyndale Elementary School?
Lyndale Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lyndale Elementary School offer ?
Lyndale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lyndale Elementary School part of?
Lyndale Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Lyndale Elementary School located?
Lyndale Elementary School is located in the Powderhorn neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 6 other public schools located in Powderhorn.
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