Serving 397 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fair School Pilgrim Lane ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fair School Pilgrim Lane ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Fair School Pilgrim Lane's student population of 397 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fair School Pilgrim Lane ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fair School Pilgrim Lane is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#535 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
21%
12%
White
56%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fair School Pilgrim Lane's ranking?
Fair School Pilgrim Lane is ranked #535 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Fair School Pilgrim Lane often compared to?
Fair School Pilgrim Laneis often viewed alongside schools like Zachary Lane Elementary School, Basswood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Fair School Pilgrim Lane?
397 students attend Fair School Pilgrim Lane.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Fair School Pilgrim Lane students are White, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fair School Pilgrim Lane?
Fair School Pilgrim Lane has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fair School Pilgrim Lane offer ?
Fair School Pilgrim Lane offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fair School Pilgrim Lane part of?
Fair School Pilgrim Lane is part of Robbinsdale Public School District.
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