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#1331 of 1,992 schools in MN
Special Education
School · MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
10 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA SUITE, Mankato, MN 56001
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in Mankato. Learn more
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,331 of 1,992
In Mankato
#8 of 12
public schools
In district
#11 of 17
MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Special Education
School in Mankato · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Special Education
Special Education is a public school in Mankato, MN, part of MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Special Education serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,331 of 1,992 schools in MN.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- MN avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.6%
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 Special Education Compares
See how Special Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
10 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA SUITE, Mankato, MN 56001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. LOYOLA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mankato, see our Mankato schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Prairie Care Mankato Mankato | 0.2 mi | — |
| Central High Area Learning Center Mankato | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CENTRAL FREEDOM SCHOOL Mankato | 0.6 mi | — |
| Central Middle School ALC Mankato | 0.6 mi | — |
| Kato Public Charter School Mankato | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mankato | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| BRIDGES COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY North Mankato | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Mankato | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| MONROE ELEMENTARY North Mankato | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| MANKATO WEST SENIOR HIGH Mankato | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY Mankato | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY Mankato | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| RISEN SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mankato | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mankato | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Mankato | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| FUTURES PROGRAM North Mankato | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| LOYOLA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mankato | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| HOOVER ELEMENTARY North Mankato | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary Mankato | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Mankato Schools Center for Learning Mankato | 2.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,224
Median Home Value
$263,100
Median Rent
$1,088/mo
Population
50,960
College Educated
36.6%
Homeownership
54.5%
Avg Commute
15 min
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
28.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| RIVERSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL East Grand Forks, MN | 5.6 |
| SCHAEFFER ACADEMY Rochester, MN | 5.6 |
| RIVER TRAIL LEARNING CTR @ LO JACOB Coon Rapids, MN | 5.2 |
| FOURTH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Plymouth, MN | 6.2 |
| SWMetro Level 4 Programs Jordan, MN | 6.3 |
| HILLCREST LUTHERAN ACADEMY Fergus Falls, MN | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Special Education
What grades does Special Education serve?
Special Education serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Special Education?
Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Special Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Special Education is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Special Education rank in MN?
Special Education ranks #1,331 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Special Education a charter school?
No, Special Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Special Education a Title I school?
No, Special Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Special Education?
48.6% of students at Special Education qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 247
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.6%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Blue Earth County
- Phone
- (507) 387-1818
Resources & Links
District
MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 8,276
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,091
- District Rank
- #11 of 17
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