Futures Sun serves 19 students in grades 1-12.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Futures Sun's student population of 19 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
19 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Futures Sun is 0.60, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
16%
11%
Black
5%
12%
White
58%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
35%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 08/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Futures Sun?
19 students attend Futures Sun.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Futures Sun students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What grades does Futures Sun offer ?
Futures Sun offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is Futures Sun part of?
Futures Sun is part of Mankato Public School District.
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