Serving 449 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Peter Hobart 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 42% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peter Hobart Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Peter Hobart Elementary School's student population of 449 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
449 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Peter Hobart 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 Peter Hobart Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1049 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1

American Indian
1%
2%

Asian
2%
7%

Hispanic
11%
12%

Black
21%
12%

White
48%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peter Hobart Elementary School's ranking?
Peter Hobart Elementary School is ranked #1049 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Peter Hobart Elementary School often compared to?
Peter Hobart Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Susan Lindgren Elementary School, Aquila Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Peter Hobart Elementary School?
449 students attend Peter Hobart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Peter Hobart Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peter Hobart Elementary School?
Peter Hobart Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Peter Hobart Elementary School offer ?
Peter Hobart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Peter Hobart Elementary School part of?
Peter Hobart Elementary School is part of St. Louis Park Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Peter Hobart Elementary School located?
Peter Hobart Elementary School is located in the Bronx Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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