FAIRMONT AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT

District Overview
Situated at 714 Victoria Street in Fairmont, Minnesota, the Fairmont Area School District serves as a cornerstone of public education within its remote town setting. Operating as a fully active, traditional public school district, it provides a comprehensive educational journey across two operational schools, serving students from early childhood in Pre-Kindergarten all the way through high school graduation in 12th grade. The district offers a stable, well-rounded academic structure tailored to foster student development at every stage, combining robust core instruction with community-centered values in the heart of southern Minnesota.

The district supports a dynamic student body of 1,846 learners, comprising 901 female and 945 male students across all grade levels. Its student population reflects an expanding cultural diversity, including 1,299 White students, 465 Hispanic students, and vibrant representation from Multiracial, Black, Pacific Islander, Asian, and American Indian backgrounds. To ensure academic excellence and individualized care, the district is backed by a substantial staffing context of nearly 474 full-time equivalent personnel. This dedicated team includes approximately 220 teachers, over 50 instructional aides, and more than 200 support staff members, creating a well-resourced learning environment focused on academic achievement, student well-being, and community growth.
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Total Schools
1,846
Total Students
219.7
Full-Time Teachers
8.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for FAIRMONT AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
Demographic Student Count
White1,299
Hispanic465
Black22
Asian4
Two or More42
American Indian3
Pacific Islander11
  • White
    1,299 (70.4%)
  • Hispanic
    465 (25.2%)
  • Two or More
    42 (2.3%)
  • Black
    22 (1.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    11 (0.6%)
  • Asian
    4 (0.2%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in FAIRMONT AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle0
High1
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:2
Students:1,846*
Teachers (FTE):219.7*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:8.4
Schools in FAIRMONT AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
Found 2 Schools