Serving 395 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northrop Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northrop Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northrop Elementary School's student population of 395 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Northrop Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northrop Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#150 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
5%
12%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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 Northrop Elementary School's ranking?
Northrop Elementary School is ranked #150 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Northrop Elementary School often compared to?
Northrop Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bancroft Elementary School, Hale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Northrop Elementary School?
395 students attend Northrop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Northrop Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northrop Elementary School?
Northrop Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northrop Elementary School offer ?
Northrop Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northrop Elementary School part of?
Northrop Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Northrop Elementary School located?
Northrop Elementary School is located in the Ericsson neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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