Futures Sun serves 21 students in grades 1-12.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Futures Sun ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Futures Sun's student population of 21 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Futures Sun is 0.63, 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.
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
5%
12%
White
52%
60%
Two or more races
29%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
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
How many students attend Futures Sun?
21 students attend Futures Sun.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Futures Sun students are White, 29% of students are Two or more races, 14% 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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