Serving 67 students in grades Kindergarten-12, River Bend Educational Center 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Bend Educational Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
River Bend Educational Center's student population of 67 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
67 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Motto
At River Bend we strive to be our best, be kind, be responsible, and be leaders.
School Rankings
River Bend Educational Center 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 River Bend Educational Center is 0.59, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1745 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
61%
12%
White
10%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
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 River Bend Educational Center's ranking?
River Bend Educational Center is ranked #1745 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend River Bend Educational Center?
67 students attend River Bend Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of River Bend Educational Center students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Bend Educational Center?
River Bend Educational Center has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does River Bend Educational Center offer ?
River Bend Educational Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River Bend Educational Center part of?
River Bend Educational Center is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is River Bend Educational Center located?
River Bend Educational Center is located in the Harrison neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Harrison.
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