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#842 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 42% in state
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Mckinley Elementary
Elementary School · FERGUS FALLS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
724 W LAUREL ST, Fergus Falls, MN 56537
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MN statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#842 of 1,992
In Fergus Falls
#4 of 9
public schools
In district
#4 of 9
FERGUS FALLS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Mckinley Elementary
Mckinley Elementary is a public elementary school in Fergus Falls, MN, part of FERGUS FALLS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Mckinley Elementary serves approximately 225 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckinley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #842 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Mckinley Elementary Compares
See how Mckinley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
724 W LAUREL ST, Fergus Falls, MN 56537
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mckinley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VIKING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 19.0 miles away, in nearby Pelican Rapids), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROTHSAY ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Rothsay), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fergus Falls, see our Fergus Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FERGUS FALLS EARLY CHILDHOOD SP ED Fergus Falls | 0.0 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fergus Falls | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| HILLCREST LUTHERAN ACADEMY Fergus Falls | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Lakes Country Academy Fergus Falls | 1.0 mi | — |
| ADAMS ELEMENTARY Fergus Falls | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY Fergus Falls | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| FERGUS FALLS EC/ELEMENTARY SP ED Fergus Falls | 1.0 mi | — |
| FERGUS FALLS ELEMENTARY SP ED 5-8 Fergus Falls | 1.0 mi | — |
| FERGUS FALLS AREA LEARNING CENTER Fergus Falls | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| iQ Academy 9-12 Fergus Falls | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| iQ Academy 6-8 Fergus Falls | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| iQ Academy K-5 Fergus Falls | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Kennedy High School Fergus Falls | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Kennedy Middle School Fergus Falls | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| UNDERWOOD ELEMENTARY Underwood | 10.4 mi | 6.4 |
| UNDERWOOD SECONDARY Underwood | 10.4 mi | 6.6 |
| VIKING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pelican Rapids | 19.0 mi | 8.2 |
| ROTHSAY SECONDARY Rothsay | 16.3 mi | 7.2 |
| ROTHSAY ELEMENTARY Rothsay | 16.3 mi | 7.0 |
| PELICAN RAPIDS SECONDARY Pelican Rapids | 19.2 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56537 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,279
Median Home Value
$223,000
Median Rent
$840/mo
Population
19,650
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
15.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
42.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARMSTRONG ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove, MN | 6.5 |
| ASHBY ELEMENTARY Ashby, MN | 6.5 |
| CROMWELL-WRIGHT ELEMENTARY Cromwell, MN | 6.5 |
| CROWN OF LIFE LUTHERAN West Saint Paul, MN | 6.5 |
| KELLIHER ELEMENTARY Kelliher, MN | 6.5 |
| North Branch Area Education Center North Branch, MN | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mckinley Elementary
What grades does Mckinley Elementary serve?
Mckinley Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Mckinley Elementary?
Mckinley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 225 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mckinley Elementary rank in MN?
Mckinley Elementary ranks #842 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Mckinley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mckinley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mckinley Elementary a charter school?
No, Mckinley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mckinley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mckinley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mckinley Elementary?
45.8% of students at Mckinley 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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- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 225
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Otter Tail County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.8%
- Phone
- (218) 998-0544
Resources & Links
District
FERGUS FALLS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,901
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,865
- District Rank
- #4 of 9
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