Serving 478 students in grades 1-4, Banfield Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Banfield Elementary School's student population of 478 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Banfield 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 Banfield 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
#1074 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
20%
12%
Black
11%
12%
White
46%
61%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Banfield Elementary School's ranking?
Banfield Elementary School is ranked #1074 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Banfield Elementary School often compared to?
Banfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southgate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Banfield Elementary School?
478 students attend Banfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Banfield Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Banfield Elementary School?
Banfield Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Banfield Elementary School offer ?
Banfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Banfield Elementary School part of?
Banfield Elementary School is part of Austin Public School District.
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