Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop's student population of 412 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 120% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
Growing Learners. Growing Leaders.
School Rankings
Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop 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 Leadership Acdy-northrop is 0.20, 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
#1728 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
89%
12%
Black
9%
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
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 Leadership Acdy-northrop's ranking?
Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop is ranked #1728 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop?
412 students attend Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop?
Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop offer ?
Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop part of?
Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop is part of Hiawatha Academies School District.
In what neighborhood is Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop located?
Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop is located in the Northrop neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Northrop.
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