Serving 4 students in grades Kindergarten-8, K-8 Special Education 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 <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 4 students
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
K-8 Special Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
K-8 Special Education's student population of 4 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
4 students
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of K-8 Special Education is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
White
75%
60%
Two or more races
25%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend K-8 Special Education?
4 students attend K-8 Special Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of K-8 Special Education students are White, and 25% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does K-8 Special Education offer ?
K-8 Special Education offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is K-8 Special Education part of?
K-8 Special Education is part of Fergus Falls Area SP. ED. Coop. School District.
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