Serving 579 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Foley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Foley Elementary School's student population of 579 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Foley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foley Elementary School is 0.10, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#244 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
95%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 Foley Elementary School's ranking?
Foley Elementary School is ranked #244 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Foley Elementary School often compared to?
Foley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Becker Primary, Annandale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Foley Elementary School?
579 students attend Foley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Foley Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Foley Elementary School?
Foley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Foley Elementary School offer ?
Foley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Foley Elementary School part of?
Foley Elementary School is part of Foley Public School District.
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