Mckinley Elementary School serves 249 students in grades 1-3.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckinley Elementary School's student population of 249 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
The mission of the Fergus Falls Public Schools is to prepare productive and engaged members of society by creating an environment where all students reach their full potential.
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mckinley Elementary School is 0.26, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
86%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 schools are Mckinley Elementary School often compared to?
Mckinley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Elementary School, Cleveland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Mckinley Elementary School?
249 students attend Mckinley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Mckinley Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckinley Elementary School?
Mckinley Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mckinley Elementary School offer ?
Mckinley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckinley Elementary School part of?
Mckinley Elementary School is part of Fergus Falls Public School District.
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