For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 596 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 48% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Fosston have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Fosston, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Magelssen Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | 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
Gr: PK-6 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Fosston Secondary
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 1st St E
Fosston, MN 56542
(218) 435-1909
Fosston, MN 56542
(218) 435-1909
Gr: 7-12 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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?
2 public schools are located in Fosston.
What is the racial composition of students in Fosston?
Fosston public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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