Excellent
#201 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 10% in state
Falls Elementary
Elementary School · INTERNATIONAL FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT
1414 15TH AVE, International Falls, MN 56649
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#201 of 1,992
In International Falls
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
INTERNATIONAL FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Falls Elementary
Elementary School in International Falls · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Falls Secondary
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ISD 361 - Alc Program
0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Falls Elementary
Falls Elementary is a public elementary school in International Falls, MN, part of INTERNATIONAL FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT. Falls Elementary serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Falls Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #201 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Falls Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Falls Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Falls Elementary — Students at Falls Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How Falls Elementary Compares
See how Falls Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1414 15TH AVE, International Falls, MN 56649
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Falls Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NETT LAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 36.6 miles away, in nearby Orr), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LITTLEFORK-BIG FALLS ELEMENTARY (rated 5.7/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Littlefork), a more accessible option. For more schools in International Falls, see our International Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
6 within 36.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FALLS SECONDARY International Falls | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| ISD 361 - ALC Program Virginia | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL International Falls | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| LITTLEFORK-BIG FALLS ELEMENTARY Littlefork | 14.5 mi | 5.7 |
| LITTLEFORK-BIG FALLS SECONDARY Littlefork | 14.5 mi | 7.6 |
| NETT LAKE ELEMENTARY Orr | 36.6 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56649 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,348
Median Home Value
$143,600
Median Rent
$781/mo
Population
8,895
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
80.5%
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
47.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CLEARBROOK-GONVICK ELEMENTARY Clearbrook, MN | 8.1 |
| CONGDON ELEMENTARY Duluth, MN | 8.1 |
| FERTILE-BELTRAMI ELEMENTARY Fertile, MN | 8.1 |
| JONATHAN ELEMENTARY Chaska, MN | 8.1 |
| MINNEHAHA ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL Minneapolis, MN | 8.1 |
| Pine Meadow Primary School Sartell, MN | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Falls Elementary
What grades does Falls Elementary serve?
Falls Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Falls Elementary?
Falls Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Falls Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Falls Elementary is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Falls Elementary rank in MN?
Falls Elementary ranks #201 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Falls Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Falls Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Falls Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Falls Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Falls Elementary a charter school?
No, Falls Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Falls Elementary a Title I school?
No, Falls Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Falls Elementary?
49.5% of students at Falls Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Koochiching County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (218) 283-2571
Resources & Links
District
INTERNATIONAL FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 888
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,310
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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