For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 591 students in Fosston, MN.
The top ranked public schools in Fosston, MN are Magelssen Elementary School and Fosston Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fosston, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Fosston have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Fosston, MN (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Magelssen Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 1st St E
Fosston, MN 56542
(218) 435-6036
Fosston, MN 56542
(218) 435-6036
Grades: PK-6
| 307 students
Rank: #22.
Fosston Secondary
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
301 1st St E
Fosston, MN 56542
(218) 435-1909
Fosston, MN 56542
(218) 435-1909
Grades: 7-12
| 284 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Fosston, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Fosston, MN include Magelssen Elementary School and Fosston Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Fosston, MN?
2 public schools are located in Fosston, MN.
What is the racial composition of students in Fosston, MN?
Fosston, MN public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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