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Bethune Elementary
Elementary School · Minneapolis Public School District
919 EMERSON AVE N, Minneapolis, MN 55411
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,549 of 1,992
In Minneapolis
#82 of 125
public schools
In district
#59 of 78
Minneapolis Public School District
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About Bethune Elementary
Bethune Elementary is a public elementary school in Minneapolis, MN, part of Minneapolis Public School District. Bethune Elementary serves approximately 233 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethune Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,549 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Bethune Elementary show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Bethune Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
70% of students at Bethune Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bethune Elementary — Students at Bethune Elementary score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Bethune Elementary Compares
See how Bethune Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
919 EMERSON AVE N, Minneapolis, MN 55411
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bethune Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ASCENSION CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MPS Online K-5 (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hall Academy Elementary (rated 4.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Minneapolis, see our Minneapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Best Academy Minneapolis | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Banaadir Academy Minneapolis | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Banaadir Secondary Minneapolis | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| HARRISON EDUCATION CENTER Minneapolis | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Franklin Middle Minneapolis | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| RIVER BEND EDUCATIONAL CENTER Minneapolis | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| North High Minneapolis | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Metro College Prep Minneapolis | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| SET Academy Middle Minneapolis | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| SET Academy Elementary Minneapolis | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Metro 2 Online Minneapolis | 0.4 mi | — |
| ASCENSION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Minneapolis | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Hall Academy Elementary Minneapolis | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| MPS Online 6-12 Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Minneapolis Academy & Career Center Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| MPS Online K-5 Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| MN International Middle Chr School Minneapolis | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Twin Cities International Schools Minneapolis | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Legacy of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | 2.5 |
| CHILD GARDEN MONTESSORI Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55411 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,368
Median Home Value
$233,500
Median Rent
$1,220/mo
Population
29,719
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
52.1%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
26.8%
Median Age
30.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COMMUNITY OF SAINTS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL West Saint Paul, MN | 5.1 |
| FIT Academy Apple Valley, MN | 5.1 |
| MAHNOMEN ELEMENTARY Mahnomen, MN | 5.1 |
| RTR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tyler, MN | 5.1 |
| WRENSHALL ELEMENTARY Wrenshall, MN | 5.1 |
| Washington Learning Center New Ulm, MN | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bethune Elementary
What grades does Bethune Elementary serve?
Bethune Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bethune Elementary?
Bethune Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 233 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethune Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bethune Elementary is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bethune Elementary rank in MN?
Bethune Elementary ranks #1,549 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Bethune Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bethune Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bethune Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bethune Elementary has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bethune Elementary a charter school?
No, Bethune Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bethune Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bethune Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bethune Elementary?
83.7% of students at Bethune Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 233
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.5%
- Phone
- (612) 668-2550
Resources & Links
District
Minneapolis Public School District- District Enrollment
- 29,063
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,839
- District Rank
- #59 of 78
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