Serving 215 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jenny Lind 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 215 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jenny Lind Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jenny Lind Elementary School's student population of 215 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Jenny Lind 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 Jenny Lind Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1841 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
19%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
47%
12%
White
8%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Jenny Lind Elementary School's ranking?
Jenny Lind Elementary School is ranked #1841 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Jenny Lind Elementary School often compared to?
Jenny Lind Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lucy Laney Elementary School, Nasha Shkola Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Jenny Lind Elementary School?
215 students attend Jenny Lind Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Jenny Lind Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jenny Lind Elementary School?
Jenny Lind Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jenny Lind Elementary School offer ?
Jenny Lind Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jenny Lind Elementary School part of?
Jenny Lind Elementary School is part of Minneapolis 51±¬ÁÏ District.
In what neighborhood is Jenny Lind Elementary School located?
Jenny Lind Elementary School is located in the Camden neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 11 other public schools located in Camden.
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