Serving 425 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Falls Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Falls Elementary School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Falls Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Falls Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#418 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
88%
60%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Falls Elementary School's ranking?
Falls Elementary School is ranked #418 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Falls Elementary School?
425 students attend Falls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Falls Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Falls Elementary School?
Falls Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Falls Elementary School offer ?
Falls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Falls Elementary School part of?
Falls Elementary School is part of International Falls School District.
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