Serving 361 students in grades 4-5, Cleveland Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cleveland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cleveland Elementary School's student population of 361 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Cleveland Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cleveland 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
#222 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
88%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
34%
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
What is Cleveland Elementary School's ranking?
Cleveland Elementary School is ranked #222 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Cleveland Elementary School often compared to?
Cleveland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Underwood Elementary School, Battle Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Cleveland Elementary School?
361 students attend Cleveland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Cleveland Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cleveland Elementary School?
Cleveland Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cleveland Elementary School offer ?
Cleveland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cleveland Elementary School part of?
Cleveland Elementary School is part of Fergus Falls Public School District.
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