School Overview
Jefferson Elementary School, located at 1200 W 26th St in the Bryn Mawr neighborhood of Minneapolis, is a public school operating under the Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) district. Situated in a historic residential area near the city’s chain of lakes and parks, the school is known for its strong community atmosphere and emphasis on fostering a supportive, student-centered learning environment. As part of the larger Minneapolis district, it follows a standardized curriculum designed to meet state educational benchmarks while integrating diverse enrichment opportunities for its students.

The school serves a diverse population of elementary-aged children, focusing on foundational academic skills in reading, mathematics, and science, while also promoting social-emotional development. By leveraging its urban location, Jefferson Elementary often encourages parent involvement and community partnerships to enhance the educational experience. For families looking for the most current information regarding enrollment, school programs, or calendar events, the official Minneapolis Public Schools website (mpls.k12.mn.us) serves as the primary resource for updates and administrative details.
512
Total Students
54.7
Full-Time Teachers
9.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
82.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ella Baker Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White51
Hispanic205
Black172
Asian13
Two or More44
American Indian27
  • Hispanic
    205 (40.0%)
  • Black
    172 (33.6%)
  • White
    51 (10.0%)
  • Two or More
    44 (8.6%)
  • American Indian
    27 (5.3%)
  • Asian
    13 (2.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Minneapolis Public School District
Phone: (612)668-2720
Website: http://www.mpls.k12.mn.us/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 512
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 54.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 381
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 42
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 1
Kindergarten 56
Grade 1 51
Grade 2 55
Grade 3 63
Grade 4 38
Grade 5 46
Grade 6 60
Grade 7 73
Grade 8 69

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Ella Baker Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten1
Kindergarten56
Grade 151
Grade 255
Grade 363
Grade 438
Grade 546
Grade 660
Grade 773
Grade 869
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Ella Baker Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female26451.6%
Male24848.4%
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