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#954 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 48% in state
Sullivan Elementary
Elementary School · Minneapolis Public School District
3100 E 28TH ST, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#954 of 1,992
In Minneapolis
#51 of 125
public schools
In district
#37 of 78
Minneapolis Public School District
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Sullivan Elementary
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About Sullivan Elementary
Sullivan Elementary is a public elementary school in Minneapolis, MN, part of Minneapolis Public School District. Sullivan Elementary serves approximately 598 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sullivan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #954 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Sullivan Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Sullivan 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.
33% of students at Sullivan 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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Sullivan Elementary — Students at Sullivan Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.4%
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: 6.6/10.
How Sullivan Elementary Compares
See how Sullivan 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
3100 E 28TH ST, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sullivan Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PRATT ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Skyline Math and Science Academy (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bdote Learning Center (rated 6.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Minneapolis, see our Minneapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,865
Median Home Value
$335,500
Median Rent
$1,276/mo
Population
35,863
College Educated
56%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
39.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sullivan Elementary
What grades does Sullivan Elementary serve?
Sullivan Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sullivan Elementary?
Sullivan Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 598 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sullivan Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sullivan Elementary is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sullivan Elementary rank in MN?
Sullivan Elementary ranks #954 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Sullivan Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sullivan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Sullivan Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sullivan Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sullivan Elementary a charter school?
No, Sullivan Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sullivan Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sullivan Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sullivan Elementary?
84.4% of students at Sullivan 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 598
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (612) 668-5000
Resources & Links
District
Minneapolis Public School District- District Enrollment
- 29,063
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,839
- District Rank
- #37 of 78
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