Serving 5 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Fergus Falls Ec/elementary Sp Ed 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 53%).
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- 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 Ec/elementary Sp Ed ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Fergus Falls Ec/elementary Sp Ed's student population of 5 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
5 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fergus Falls Ec/elementary Sp Ed ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fergus Falls Ec/elementary Sp Ed is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#652 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
20%
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fergus Falls Ec/elementary Sp Ed's ranking?
Fergus Falls Ec/elementary Sp Ed is ranked #652 out of 1,734 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 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Fergus Falls Ec/elementary Sp Ed?
5 students attend Fergus Falls Ec/elementary Sp Ed.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Fergus Falls Ec/elementary Sp Ed students are White, and 20% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Fergus Falls Ec/elementary Sp Ed offer ?
Fergus Falls Ec/elementary Sp Ed offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Fergus Falls Ec/elementary Sp Ed part of?
Fergus Falls Ec/elementary Sp Ed is part of Fergus Falls Area SP. ED. Coop. School District.
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