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2 schools in Fosston

Minnesota · Public K-12

Fosston's public-school directory holds 2 campuses, serving about 596 K-12 students inside Minnesota (an average of 298 per campus).

7-year change in Fosston

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
596
-46 (-7%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
81%
was 85%
% Hispanic
4%
was 3%
% Black
1%
was 1%
% Asian
0%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
FOSSTON SECONDARYHigh07-12256
MAGELSSEN ELEMENTARYElementaryPK-06340

About Fosston

Across Fosston, Minnesota, 2 public schools hosts about 596 students between them.

In terms of grade levels, the city is built around 1 elementary, and 1 high.

Average school size in Fosston is around 298 students, 17% lower than the Minnesota average of about 357.

Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 596 students, declined 7% from the 642 reported in SY 2017-18. On the demographic side, White enrollment moved from 85% to 81% over the same window.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Fosston discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Anyone with firsthand knowledge of these schools is welcome to weigh in.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Fosston, Minnesota?
There are 2 public K-12 schools in Fosston, with a combined enrollment of about 596.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Fosston?
Fosston has 1 elementary, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Fosston?
MAGELSSEN ELEMENTARY is the largest public school in Fosston by enrollment, with approximately 340 students.
What school districts serve Fosston?
Fosston public schools are operated by FOSSTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT.
What grade levels do public schools in Fosston cover?
Public schools in Fosston serve students from pre-K through grade 12.