Northrop Elementary

Northrop Elementary serves 395 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Minneapolis, earning recognition as one of Minnesota's higher-performing elementary schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranking #280 out of 2027 schools statewide, Northrop places in the 86th percentile for academic achievement across Minnesota. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, with 72% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, and 62% meeting proficiency standards in mathematics.

These results reflect the dedicated work of 22 full-time equivalent teachers who maintain an 18:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. Northrop Elementary sits in the heart of Minneapolis within the 55406 zip code, a well-established neighborhood where 56% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding community has a median household income of $87,751 and median home values of $313,400, with a relatively low poverty rate of 9.2%.

This stable, educated community of over 35,000 residents provides a supportive environment for the school's academic mission. The school operates within Minneapolis's diverse urban landscape, offering students the advantages of city resources while maintaining a focused elementary education environment.