Serving 74 students in grades 8, Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 8
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield's student population of 74 students has declined by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
74 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Rankings
Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield 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 Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield 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
#1493 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
84%
12%
Black
12%
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield's ranking?
Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield is ranked #1493 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield?
74 students attend Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield?
Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield offer ?
Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield offers enrollment in grades 8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield part of?
Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield is part of Hiawatha Academies School District.
In what neighborhood is Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield located?
Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield is located in the King Field neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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