Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Peter Hobart Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peter Hobart Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Peter Hobart Elementary School's student population of 435 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
We see, inspire, and empower each learner.
School Rankings
Peter Hobart 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 Peter Hobart Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#971 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
16%
12%
Black
20%
12%
White
46%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peter Hobart Elementary School's ranking?
Peter Hobart Elementary School is ranked #971 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Peter Hobart Elementary School often compared to?
Peter Hobart Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aquila Elementary School, Susan Lindgren Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Peter Hobart Elementary School?
435 students attend Peter Hobart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Peter Hobart Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peter Hobart Elementary School?
Peter Hobart Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Peter Hobart Elementary School offer ?
Peter Hobart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peter Hobart Elementary School part of?
Peter Hobart Elementary School is part of St. Louis Park Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Peter Hobart Elementary School located?
Peter Hobart Elementary School is located in the Bronx Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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