Serving 952 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fernbrook Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 952 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Fernbrook Elementary serves the northwest part of Osseo, MN, covering an area of approximately 15.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 3.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fernbrook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fernbrook Elementary School's student population of 952 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
952 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Fernbrook Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fernbrook Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#96 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
15%
12%
White
67%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernbrook Elementary School's ranking?
Fernbrook Elementary School is ranked #96 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Fernbrook Elementary School?
952 students attend Fernbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Fernbrook Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fernbrook Elementary School?
Fernbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fernbrook Elementary School offer ?
Fernbrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fernbrook Elementary School part of?
Fernbrook Elementary School is part of Osseo Public School District.
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