Serving 395 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hinckley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hinckley Elementary School's student population of 395 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'The place where every student is known, valued, and challenged to succeed.'
School Rankings
Hinckley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hinckley Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1418 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
14%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
63%
60%
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hinckley Elementary School's ranking?
Hinckley Elementary School is ranked #1418 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hinckley Elementary School often compared to?
Hinckley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Central Elementary School, Pine City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hinckley Elementary School?
395 students attend Hinckley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Hinckley Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hinckley Elementary School?
Hinckley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hinckley Elementary School offer ?
Hinckley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hinckley Elementary School part of?
Hinckley Elementary School is part of Hinckley-Finlayson School District.
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