Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marcy 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 24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marcy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Marcy Elementary School's student population of 481 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marcy 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 Marcy Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1557 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
40%
12%
White
27%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marcy Elementary School's ranking?
Marcy Elementary School is ranked #1557 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Marcy Elementary School?
481 students attend Marcy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Marcy Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marcy Elementary School?
Marcy Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marcy Elementary School offer ?
Marcy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Marcy Elementary School part of?
Marcy Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Marcy Elementary School located?
Marcy Elementary School is located in the Saint Anthony Main neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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