Osakis Elementary School

500 1st Ave E
Osakis, MN 56360
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Osakis Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 456 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 20% in MN
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • : 60% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Osakis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

School Overview

Osakis Elementary School's student population of 456 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers

School Rankings

Osakis Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Osakis Elementary School is 0.10, 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.
This School
State Level (MN)
#266 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
65%
46%
60%
51%
65-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
95%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.10
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Osakis Elementary School's ranking?
Osakis Elementary School is ranked #266 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Osakis Elementary School often compared to?
Osakis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlos Elementary School, Brandon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Osakis Elementary School?
456 students attend Osakis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Osakis Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Osakis Elementary School?
Osakis Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Osakis Elementary School offer ?
Osakis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Osakis Elementary School part of?
Osakis Elementary School is part of Osakis Public School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 456 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • : 60% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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