School Overview
IQ Academy Minnesota (IQMN) is a tuition-free, online public charter school that serves students in grades K–12 across the state. Authorized by Independent School District 544 (Fergus Falls Public Schools), the academy provides a flexible, personalized educational experience designed for students who thrive outside of a traditional brick-and-mortar classroom setting. By leveraging a robust online curriculum, the school allows students to access their coursework from home while remaining connected to a community of peers and certified educators.

The program is defined by its commitment to academic independence and individualized learning paths. Students receive instruction through a combination of online platforms and support from Minnesota-licensed teachers, who facilitate lessons, monitor progress, and provide guidance to ensure students meet state standards. Through its partnership with the Fergus Falls district, IQ Academy Minnesota emphasizes a supportive virtual environment, making it a viable option for families seeking a customized pace, students balancing extracurricular commitments, or those looking for a different approach to their K–12 education.
242
Total Students
23.1
Full-Time Teachers
10.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
73.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for iQ Academy 9-12
Demographic Student Count
White170
Hispanic12
Black29
Asian2
Two or More25
American Indian4
  • White
    170 (70.2 %)
  • Black
    29 (12.0 %)
  • Two or More
    25 (10.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    12 (5.0 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (1.7 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.8 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Exclusively virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: FERGUS FALLS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (218)998-0544
Website: http://www.isd544.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 242
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 23.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.5
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 159
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 19
Grades Taught
Grade 9 52
Grade 10 70
Grade 11 57
Grade 12 63

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for iQ Academy 9-12
Grade Student Count
Grade 952
Grade 1070
Grade 1157
Grade 1263
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for iQ Academy 9-12
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13053.7%
Male11246.3%