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Hale Elementary School

5330 13th Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55417
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 1%
Serving 323 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Hale Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 323 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : 85-89%
  • : 75-79%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Hale Elementary School's student population of 323 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

The diversity score of Hale Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MN)
(20-21)
85-89%
45%
(20-21)
75-79%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
79%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.36
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Hale Elementary School often compared to?
Hale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burroughs Elementary School, Kenny Elementary School, Northrop Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Hale Elementary School?
323 students attend Hale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Hale Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hale Elementary School?
Hale Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hale Elementary School offer ?
Hale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hale Elementary School part of?
Hale Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Hale Elementary School located?
Hale Elementary School is located in the Hale neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 323 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : 85-89%
  • : 75-79%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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