Serving 179 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Fulda Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Fulda Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Fulda, MN school district, covering approximately 215.7 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 13.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fulda Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fulda Elementary School's student population of 179 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
179 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Motto
Fostering critical thinkers to become responsible contributors and leaders in a rapidly changing world.
School Rankings
Fulda Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fulda Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#933 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
75%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fulda Elementary School's ranking?
Fulda Elementary School is ranked #933 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Fulda Elementary School?
179 students attend Fulda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Fulda Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fulda Elementary School?
Fulda Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fulda Elementary School offer ?
Fulda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fulda Elementary School part of?
Fulda Elementary School is part of Fulda Public School District.
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