Mckinley Elementary School serves 225 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckinley Elementary School's student population of 225 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
The mission of the Fergus Falls Public Schools is to prepare productive and engaged members of society by creating an environment where all students reach their full potential.
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mckinley Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
84%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Mckinley Elementary School?
225 students attend Mckinley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Mckinley Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckinley Elementary School?
Mckinley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mckinley Elementary School offer ?
Mckinley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckinley Elementary School part of?
Mckinley Elementary School is part of Fergus Falls Public School District.
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