Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Indian Mounds 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Mounds Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Indian Mounds Elementary School's student population of 354 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Indian Mounds 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 Indian Mounds Elementary School is 0.77, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1642 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
30%
12%
Black
28%
12%
White
20%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Mounds Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Mounds Elementary School is ranked #1642 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Indian Mounds Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Mounds Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seven Hills - Richfield Elementary School, Seven Hills -bloomington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Indian Mounds Elementary School?
354 students attend Indian Mounds Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Indian Mounds Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Mounds Elementary School?
Indian Mounds Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Indian Mounds Elementary School offer ?
Indian Mounds Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Mounds Elementary School part of?
Indian Mounds Elementary School is part of Bloomington ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
In what neighborhood is Indian Mounds Elementary School located?
Indian Mounds Elementary School is located in the East Bloomington neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in East Bloomington.
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