Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sonnesyn 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonnesyn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Sonnesyn Elementary School's student population of 313 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
313 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe. Belong. Become.
School Rankings
Sonnesyn 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 Sonnesyn 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
#1502 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
18%
12%
Black
44%
12%
White
24%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonnesyn Elementary School's ranking?
Sonnesyn Elementary School is ranked #1502 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Sonnesyn Elementary School often compared to?
Sonnesyn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zachary Lane Elementary School, School Of Engineering-arts At Olson, Robbinsdale Spanish Immersion Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Sonnesyn Elementary School?
313 students attend Sonnesyn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sonnesyn Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sonnesyn Elementary School?
Sonnesyn Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sonnesyn Elementary School offer ?
Sonnesyn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sonnesyn Elementary School part of?
Sonnesyn Elementary School is part of Robbinsdale Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Sonnesyn Elementary School located?
Sonnesyn Elementary School is located in the Aquila neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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