Very Good
#508 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 26% in state
Lucy Laney Elementary
Elementary School · Minneapolis Public School District
3333 PENN AVE N, Minneapolis, MN 55412
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#508 of 1,992
In Minneapolis
#33 of 125
public schools
In district
#26 of 78
Minneapolis Public School District
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Lucy Laney Elementary
Lucy Laney Elementary is a public elementary school in Minneapolis, MN, part of Minneapolis Public School District. Lucy Laney Elementary serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lucy Laney Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #508 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Lucy Laney Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lucy Laney 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.
54% of students at Lucy Laney 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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Lucy Laney Elementary — Students at Lucy Laney Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.1%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Lucy Laney Elementary Compares
See how Lucy Laney 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
3333 PENN AVE N, Minneapolis, MN 55412
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lucy Laney Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cityview Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ASCENSION CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MPS Online K-5 (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Minneapolis, see our Minneapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hmong International Elementary Minneapolis | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| PLYMOUTH YOUTH CENTER Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Plymouth Youth Center Extended Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | — |
| Prekindergarten North Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | — |
| UNITY CAMPUS Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| SOJOURNER TRUTH ACADEMY Minneapolis | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Legacy of Dr Josie R Johnson Montes Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | 2.5 |
| Henry High Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| MPS Online 6-12 Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Minneapolis Academy & Career Center Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| MPS Online K-5 Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| LORING ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| NELLIE STONE JOHNSON ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| North High Minneapolis | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Cityview Elementary Minneapolis | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| ASCENSION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Hall Academy Elementary Minneapolis | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Franklin Middle Minneapolis | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Banaadir Academy Minneapolis | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Banaadir Secondary Minneapolis | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55412 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,905
Median Home Value
$226,400
Median Rent
$1,340/mo
Population
26,182
College Educated
28.1%
Homeownership
70.8%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
34.1
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| CHATFIELD ELEMENTARY Belle Plaine, MN | 7.2 |
| FALCON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Falcon Heights, MN | 7.2 |
| KENNEDY ELEMENTARY Hastings, MN | 7.2 |
| LAKESIDE ELEMENTARY Glencoe, MN | 7.2 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Alexandria, MN | 7.2 |
| OAKWOOD ELEMENTARY Plymouth, MN | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lucy Laney Elementary
What grades does Lucy Laney Elementary serve?
Lucy Laney Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lucy Laney Elementary?
Lucy Laney Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lucy Laney Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lucy Laney Elementary is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lucy Laney Elementary rank in MN?
Lucy Laney Elementary ranks #508 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Lucy Laney Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lucy Laney Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Lucy Laney Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lucy Laney Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lucy Laney Elementary a charter school?
No, Lucy Laney Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lucy Laney Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lucy Laney Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lucy Laney Elementary?
89.1% of students at Lucy Laney 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
- 368
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.8%
- Phone
- (612) 668-2200
Resources & Links
District
Minneapolis Public School District- District Enrollment
- 29,063
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,839
- District Rank
- #26 of 78
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