Fond du Lac Ojibwe School is a K–12 tribal school in Cloquet, Minnesota. The Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa operates the school and owns the facilities. It is affiliated with the Bureau of Indian Education.
Fond Du Lac Ojibwe School serves 136 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-79%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9%
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9%
- Science Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fond Du Lac Ojibwe School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Fond Du Lac Ojibwe School's student population of 136 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Anokii, Nanda-gikendan, Enigok gagwe, Gashkitoon Work, Study, Strive, Succeed
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fond Du Lac Ojibwe School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
100%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
36%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fond Du Lac Ojibwe School?
The graduation rate of Fond Du Lac Ojibwe School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Fond Du Lac Ojibwe School?
136 students attend Fond Du Lac Ojibwe School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Fond Du Lac Ojibwe School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fond Du Lac Ojibwe School?
Fond Du Lac Ojibwe School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fond Du Lac Ojibwe School offer ?
Fond Du Lac Ojibwe School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fond Du Lac Ojibwe School part of?
Fond Du Lac Ojibwe School is part of Fond Du Lac Ojibwe School District.
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