Hennepin Schools

The Hennepin Schools district in Minnesota operates two campuses - Hennepin Schools Lower Campus, an elementary school, and Hennepin Schools Upper Campus, a middle school. Both schools serve a predominantly African American student population, with over 86% of students identifying as such. However, the academic performance at these schools is concerning, with low proficiency rates in math, reading, and science compared to state averages.

Neither Hennepin Schools Lower Campus nor Hennepin Schools Upper Campus appear to be standout performers in the Hennepin Schools district. Both schools struggle with low test scores, with reading proficiency rates as low as 24.49% at the lower campus and 35.83% at the upper campus. Additionally, the schools serve a highly economically disadvantaged student population, with over 98% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.

The data also reveals staffing challenges, with a student-teacher ratio of 16.5 at the upper campus, which may impact the ability of teachers to provide individualized attention and support. Overall, the Hennepin Schools campuses face significant obstacles in ensuring all students have access to a high-quality education and the opportunity to succeed. Targeted interventions and support are needed to address the racial disparities, academic underperformance, and resource challenges faced by these schools.