Serving 6 students in grades 5-8, Fergus Falls Elementary Sp Educational 5-8 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fergus Falls Elementary Sp Educational 5-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Fergus Falls Elementary Sp Educational 5-8's student population of 6 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
6 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Fergus Falls Elementary Sp Educational 5-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fergus Falls Elementary Sp Educational 5-8 is 0.62, 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
#695 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
33%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
17%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
50%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fergus Falls Elementary Sp Educational 5-8's ranking?
Fergus Falls Elementary Sp Educational 5-8 is ranked #695 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Fergus Falls Elementary Sp Educational 5-8?
6 students attend Fergus Falls Elementary Sp Educational 5-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Fergus Falls Elementary Sp Educational 5-8 students are White, 33% of students are American Indian, and 17% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Fergus Falls Elementary Sp Educational 5-8 offer ?
Fergus Falls Elementary Sp Educational 5-8 offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fergus Falls Elementary Sp Educational 5-8 part of?
Fergus Falls Elementary Sp Educational 5-8 is part of Fergus Falls Area SP. ED. Coop. School District.
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