Serving 928 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fernbrook Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 928 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fernbrook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fernbrook Elementary School's student population of 928 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
928 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fernbrook Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fernbrook Elementary School is 0.48, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#96 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
11%
12%
White
71%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernbrook Elementary School's ranking?
Fernbrook Elementary School is ranked #96 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Fernbrook Elementary School often compared to?
Fernbrook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rush Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Fernbrook Elementary School?
928 students attend Fernbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Fernbrook Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fernbrook Elementary School?
Fernbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fernbrook Elementary School offer ?
Fernbrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Fernbrook Elementary School part of?
Fernbrook Elementary School is part of Osseo Public School District.
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