For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 344 students in Fosston, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Fosston, MN is Magelssen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fosston, MN public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Fosston have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Fosston, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Magelssen Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 1st St E
Fosston, MN 56542
(218) 435-6036
Fosston, MN 56542
(218) 435-6036
Gr: PK-6 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Fosston, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Fosston, MN include Magelssen Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Fosston?
1 public elementary schools are located in Fosston.
What is the racial composition of students in Fosston?
Fosston public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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