Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Folwell 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Folwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Folwell Elementary School's student population of 450 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
450 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Folwell Elementary School 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 Folwell Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1659 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
11%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
48%
12%
Black
23%
12%
White
10%
60%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.6%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Folwell Elementary School's ranking?
Folwell Elementary School is ranked #1659 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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Folwell Elementary School?
450 students attend Folwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Folwell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 11% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Folwell Elementary School?
Folwell Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Folwell Elementary School offer ?
Folwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Folwell Elementary School part of?
Folwell Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Folwell Elementary School located?
Folwell Elementary School is located in the Standish neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 2 other public schools located in Standish.
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