Serving 258 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Hennepin Schools Lower Campus 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hennepin Schools Lower Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hennepin Schools Lower Campus's student population of 258 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Motto
To develop students who are Confident Learners, Cross-Cultural Navigators, and Caring Community Builders.
School Rankings
Hennepin Schools Lower Campus 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 Hennepin Schools Lower Campus is 0.28, 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
#1348 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
84%
12%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Hennepin Schools Lower Campus's ranking?
Hennepin Schools Lower Campus is ranked #1348 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hennepin Schools Lower Campus often compared to?
Hennepin Schools Lower Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Best Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hennepin Schools Lower Campus?
258 students attend Hennepin Schools Lower Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Hennepin Schools Lower Campus students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hennepin Schools Lower Campus?
Hennepin Schools Lower Campus has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hennepin Schools Lower Campus offer ?
Hennepin Schools Lower Campus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hennepin Schools Lower Campus part of?
Hennepin Schools Lower Campus is part of Hennepin Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Hennepin Schools Lower Campus located?
Hennepin Schools Lower Campus is located in the Powderhorn neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 6 other public schools located in Powderhorn.
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