Serving 466 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mississippi Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 49% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mississippi Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mississippi Elementary School's student population of 466 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mississippi Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mississippi Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#531 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
14%
12%
White
51%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mississippi Elementary School's ranking?
Mississippi Elementary School is ranked #531 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Mississippi Elementary School often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Mississippi Elementary School?
466 students attend Mississippi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Mississippi Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mississippi Elementary School?
Mississippi Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mississippi Elementary School offer ?
Mississippi Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mississippi Elementary School part of?
Mississippi Elementary School is part of Anoka-Hennepin School District.
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