Special Education serves 247 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Special Education's student population of 247 students has declined by 8% 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
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Special Education is 0.50, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
11%
12%
White
69%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
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?
247 students attend Special Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Special Education students are White, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Special Education?
Special Education has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
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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