Serving 276 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Webster 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Webster Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Webster Elementary School's student population of 276 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Webster 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 Webster Elementary School is 0.71, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1534 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
22%
12%
Black
44%
12%
White
21%
60%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Webster Elementary School's ranking?
Webster Elementary School is ranked #1534 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Webster Elementary School often compared to?
Webster Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waite Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Webster Elementary School?
276 students attend Webster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Webster Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Webster Elementary School?
Webster Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Webster Elementary School offer ?
Webster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Webster Elementary School part of?
Webster Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Webster Elementary School located?
Webster Elementary School is located in the Northeast Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in Northeast Minneapolis.
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