Serving 119 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Knight Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knight Elementary School's student population of 119 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
119 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Excellence and growth for all students.'
School Rankings
Knight Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knight Elementary School is 0.08, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#855 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
96%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
36%
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 Knight Elementary School's ranking?
Knight Elementary School is ranked #855 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Knight Elementary School often compared to?
Knight Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Lindbergh Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Knight Elementary School?
119 students attend Knight Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Knight Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knight Elementary School?
Knight Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Knight Elementary School offer ?
Knight Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Knight Elementary School part of?
Knight Elementary School is part of Little Falls Community Schools.
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