The top reported proficiency rate is 43% in English language arts. The lowest is 18% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Knight Elementary
Knight Elementary is a small, rural public school in Randall, Minnesota, serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade as a part of the Little Falls Community Schools district. The school's enrollment is small, and its student body is overwhelmingly white, with a substantial share of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. For families considering this school, the core question will be how its academic performance aligns with their expectations, as the available state test results show a mixed picture.
On the 2024-2025 Minnesota state assessments, reading proficiency rates at Knight Elementary increased across the grade levels tested. Performance in third and fourth grade was lower, while fifth grade showed a stronger share of students meeting the standard. In math, the pattern was similar, with the fifth-grade cohort performing at a higher level than the third and fourth graders. Science, which is only tested in fifth grade, saw a smaller share of students reaching proficiency on the state exam. Overall, when all tested subjects and grades at the school are combined into a single proficiency index, the school's performance places it in the bottom quartile among its peers within Morrison County. One-time data offers only a single snapshot; families may want to discuss with the school how these results fit into broader instructional trends and what supports are in place for students who are not yet meeting benchmarks.
The school's setting is a defining feature. Randall is a very small rural city on the banks of the Little Elk River, with a population that has been stable after a period of slow decline. The town is car-dependent, with no public transit and very limited walkability. The area's recreation centers on nearby lakes and outdoor activities. Housing values in the area are below the state median, and the local economy is anchored by municipal services and the school itself. A major employer in the broader region is Camp Ripley, a Minnesota National Guard training facility located a short drive away.
Because Knight Elementary only goes through fifth grade, there is no graduation rate to report for this school. Older students in the district would attend a middle school and high school in Little Falls, the county seat about a short drive southeast on the main highway.
Knight Elementary is a neighborhood school that sits within the small town rather than on a separated campus. The district, Little Falls Community Schools, was searched for recent parent-relevant changes such as referendums or curriculum shifts, but little of lasting impact was found in the available sources, so that information is not available to include here. The school does not serve high school grades, so questions about advanced coursework or career pathways do not apply to this building. For a family choosing this school, the primary factors will be the small, rural environment and the academic achievement levels reflected in the state's testing program.
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