Special Education serves 233 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Special Education's student population of 233 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
233 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Special Education is 0.49, 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
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
11%
12%
White
70%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Special Education?
233 students attend Special Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Special Education students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Special Education?
Special Education has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Special Education offer ?
Special Education offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Special Education part of?
Special Education is part of Mankato Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Special Education located?
Special Education is located in the City Center neighborhood of Mankato, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in City Center.
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