Serving 343 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Magelssen 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magelssen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Magelssen Elementary School's student population of 343 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Magelssen Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magelssen Elementary School is 0.33, which is less 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
#313 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
9%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
1%
12%
White
81%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magelssen Elementary School's ranking?
Magelssen Elementary School is ranked #313 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Magelssen Elementary School?
343 students attend Magelssen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Magelssen Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Magelssen Elementary School?
Magelssen Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Magelssen Elementary School offer ?
Magelssen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Magelssen Elementary School part of?
Magelssen Elementary School is part of Fosston Public School District.
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