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Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School

5625 23rd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55417
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School serves 159 students in grades Kindergarten-1. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 159 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 36%
  • : 65-69%
  • : 45-49%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School's student population of 159 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
159 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
A big city with a small town heart.

School Rankings

The diversity score of Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School is 0.55, which is less 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)
(12-13)
65-69%
61%
(12-13)
45-49%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
12%
12%
White
64%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.55
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barton Elementary School, Southside Family Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% MN state average).
How many students attend Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School?
159 students attend Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School?
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School offer ?
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School part of?
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School is part of Minneapolis ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School located?
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School is located in the Wenonah neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 159 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 36%
  • : 65-69%
  • : 45-49%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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