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Bancroft Elementary School

3829 13th Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bancroft Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 431 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Top 30% in MN
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Bancroft Elementary School's student population of 431 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Bancroft Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bancroft Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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)
#418 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
50-54%
46%
55-59%
51%
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
28%
12%
Black
13%
12%
White
43%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.71
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 is Bancroft Elementary School's ranking?
Bancroft Elementary School is ranked #418 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Bancroft Elementary School often compared to?
Bancroft Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windom Elementary School, Northrop Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Bancroft Elementary School?
431 students attend Bancroft Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bancroft Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bancroft Elementary School?
Bancroft Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bancroft Elementary School offer ?
Bancroft Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bancroft Elementary School part of?
Bancroft Elementary School is part of Minneapolis ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
In what neighborhood is Bancroft Elementary School located?
Bancroft Elementary School is located in the Bancroft neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Bancroft.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 431 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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