Serving 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Folwell Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
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 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5% in MN)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Folwell Elementary serves the southwest part of Rochester, MN, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Folwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Folwell Elementary School's student population of 352 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
18 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Folwell Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)70-74%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
62%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Folwell Elementary School often compared to?
Folwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bishop 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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Folwell Elementary School?
352 students attend Folwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Folwell Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Folwell Elementary School offer ?
Folwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Folwell Elementary School part of?
Folwell Elementary School is part of Rochester Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Folwell Elementary School located?
Folwell Elementary School is located in the Folwell neighborhood of Rochester, MN.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
Great school, healthy environment, good kids. Occasionally misbehaving children.
5 10/10/2025
Being new to the state and school not only was folwell helpful and very nice the principal took it a step farther omg great school thank you for being amazing for me and my child
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