Serving 781 students in grades 4-8, Foley Intermediate Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 781 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Foley Intermediate Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Foley, MN, covering approximately 264.4 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.9 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 18.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Foley Intermediate Elementary School's student population of 781 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
781 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Year Founded
1890
School Motto
Helping Students Succeed Every Step of the Way
School Rankings
Foley Intermediate Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foley Intermediate Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#386 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
96%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foley Intermediate Elementary School's ranking?
Foley Intermediate Elementary School is ranked #386 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Foley Intermediate Elementary School often compared to?
Foley Intermediate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sauk Rapids-rice Middle School, Foley Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Foley Intermediate Elementary School?
781 students attend Foley Intermediate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Foley Intermediate Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foley Intermediate Elementary School?
Foley Intermediate Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Foley Intermediate Elementary School offer ?
Foley Intermediate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Foley Intermediate Elementary School part of?
Foley Intermediate Elementary School is part of Foley Public School District.
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