Serving 403 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fair School Pilgrim Lane ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fair School Pilgrim Lane's student population of 403 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2015
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Believe, Belong, Become
School Rankings
Fair School Pilgrim Lane ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fair School Pilgrim Lane is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#740 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
20%
12%
White
55%
60%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fair School Pilgrim Lane's ranking?
Fair School Pilgrim Lane is ranked #740 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Fair School Pilgrim Lane often compared to?
Fair School Pilgrim Laneis often viewed alongside schools like Zachary Lane Elementary School, Basswood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Fair School Pilgrim Lane?
403 students attend Fair School Pilgrim Lane.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Fair School Pilgrim Lane students are White, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fair School Pilgrim Lane?
Fair School Pilgrim Lane has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fair School Pilgrim Lane offer ?
Fair School Pilgrim Lane offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fair School Pilgrim Lane part of?
Fair School Pilgrim Lane is part of Robbinsdale Public School District.
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