Serving 235 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Anishinabe Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anishinabe Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Anishinabe Academy Elementary School's student population of 235 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Anishinabe Academy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anishinabe Academy Elementary School is 0.55, which is less 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
#1751 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
64%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
10%
12%
White
3%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Anishinabe Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Anishinabe Academy Elementary School is ranked #1751 out of 1,773 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Anishinabe Academy Elementary School?
235 students attend Anishinabe Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Anishinabe Academy Elementary School students are American Indian, 18% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anishinabe Academy Elementary School?
Anishinabe Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Anishinabe Academy Elementary School offer ?
Anishinabe Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anishinabe Academy Elementary School part of?
Anishinabe Academy Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Anishinabe Academy Elementary School located?
Anishinabe Academy Elementary School is located in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in Longfellow.
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