Benjamin Banneker Middle School serves 180 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 was higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 97% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
180 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
2%
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
75%
12%
White
3%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Benjamin Banneker Middle School?
180 students attend Benjamin Banneker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Benjamin Banneker Middle School students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 6% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Banneker Middle School?
Benjamin Banneker Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benjamin Banneker Middle School offer ?
Benjamin Banneker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Benjamin Banneker Middle School part of?
Benjamin Banneker Middle School is part of Minneapolis 51±¬ÁÏ District.
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