Below Average
#1726 of 1,992 schools in MN
Based on limited data
Folwell Elementary
Elementary School · Minneapolis Public School District
3611 20TH AVE S, Minneapolis, MN 55407
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,726 of 1,992
In Minneapolis
#98 of 125
public schools
In district
#70 of 78
Minneapolis Public School District
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Folwell Elementary
Elementary School in Minneapolis · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Folwell Elementary
Folwell Elementary is a public elementary school in Minneapolis, MN, part of Minneapolis Public School District. Folwell Elementary serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Folwell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,726 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Folwell Elementary show 12% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Folwell 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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Folwell Elementary — Students at Folwell Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
How Folwell Elementary Compares
See how Folwell 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
3611 20TH AVE S, Minneapolis, MN 55407
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Folwell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BANCROFT ELEMENTARY (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Friendship Academy of Arts-Primary (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Skyline Math and Science Academy (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Minneapolis, see our Minneapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South High Minneapolis | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Friendship Academy of Arts-Primary Minneapolis | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| TRANSITION PLUS SERVICES Minneapolis | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| OPEN ARMS EARLY EDUCATION AND CHILD CARE CENTER Minneapolis | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| EL COLEGIO CHARTER SCHOOL Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Roosevelt High Minneapolis | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Roosevelt High - SWS Minneapolis | 0.7 mi | — |
| BANCROFT ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| MTS HIGH SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| RISEN CHRIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Minneapolis | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Universal Academy Elementary Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Universal Academy Middle/High Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | — |
| Lirio Montessori Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | — |
| Longfellow Alternative High Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| AURORA CHARTER SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| AURORA MIDDLE SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| MPS Metro DT Minneapolis | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Heritage Academy High Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Skyline Math and Science Academy Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Lincoln International High School Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55407 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,206
Median Home Value
$317,000
Median Rent
$1,219/mo
Population
36,992
College Educated
48.5%
Homeownership
60.3%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
34.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Folwell Elementary
What grades does Folwell Elementary serve?
Folwell Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Folwell Elementary?
Folwell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Folwell Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Folwell Elementary is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Folwell Elementary rank in MN?
Folwell Elementary ranks #1,726 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Folwell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Folwell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Folwell Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Folwell Elementary has 12% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Folwell Elementary a charter school?
No, Folwell Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Folwell Elementary a Title I school?
No, Folwell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Folwell Elementary?
91.1% of students at Folwell 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
- 473
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.2%
- Phone
- (612) 668-4550
Resources & Links
District
Minneapolis Public School District- District Enrollment
- 29,063
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,839
- District Rank
- #70 of 78
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