Sand Creek Elementary School

12156 Olive St Nw
Minneapolis, MN 55448
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 557 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sand Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 557 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 50%
  • : Top 50% in MN
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Sand Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

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School Overview

Sand Creek Elementary School's student population of 557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1982
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering every learner by fostering a culture of excellence.

School Rankings

Sand Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sand Creek Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MN)
#592 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
49%
46%
55%
51%
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
18%
12%
White
50%
60%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.69
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagles

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sand Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Sand Creek Elementary School is ranked #592 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Sand Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Sand Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnsville Elementary School, Andover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Sand Creek Elementary School?
557 students attend Sand Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Sand Creek Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sand Creek Elementary School?
Sand Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sand Creek Elementary School offer ?
Sand Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sand Creek Elementary School part of?
Sand Creek Elementary School is part of Anoka-Hennepin School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 557 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 50%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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