Serving 155 students in grades 6-8, Iq Academy 6-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Iq Academy 6-8's student population of 155 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Iq Academy 6-8 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 Iq Academy 6-8 is 0.64, which is more 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
#1468 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
17%
12%
White
55%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iq Academy 6-8's ranking?
Iq Academy 6-8 is ranked #1468 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Iq Academy 6-8?
155 students attend Iq Academy 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Iq Academy 6-8 students are White, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Iq Academy 6-8 offer ?
Iq Academy 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Iq Academy 6-8 part of?
Iq Academy 6-8 is part of Fergus Falls Public School District.
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