Special Education serves 267 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Special Education's student population of 267 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Special Education is 0.44, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
9%
12%
White
74%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
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?
267 students attend Special Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Special Education students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Special Education?
Special Education has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Special Education offer ?
Special Education offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
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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