Serving 358 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Neill 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 30-34% (which is lower than 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 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Neill Elementary School's student population of 358 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Neill 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 Neill Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1293 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
44%
12%
White
21%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
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 Neill Elementary School's ranking?
Neill Elementary School is ranked #1293 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Neill Elementary School often compared to?
Neill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zachary Lane Elementary School, Forest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Neill Elementary School?
358 students attend Neill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Neill Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Neill Elementary School?
Neill Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Neill Elementary School offer ?
Neill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Neill Elementary School part of?
Neill Elementary School is part of Robbinsdale Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Neill Elementary School located?
Neill Elementary School is located in the Valley Place neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Valley Place.
School Reviews
1 3/31/2021
I hated this school very racist teachers and barely to no kids that look like me teachers are very judgmental and disrespectful towards students and don't really care about the students well being.
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