Best Schools in Backus, Minnesota
1 schools · 1 Other
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Foothills Christian Academy
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$230,100
home value · ACS
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$230,100
home value · ACS
Top-Rated Schools in Backus
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Foothills Christian Academy | 6.4 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $63,542
- Median home value
- $230,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 92%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Backus compares
Median household income
$64k
76% of Minnesota median
About Schools in Backus, Minnesota
Backus, Minnesota is home to 1 schools, including 0 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span .
The highest-performing school in Backus is Foothills Christian Academy with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Backus's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,542. The poverty rate in the area is 12.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Foothills Christian Academy
Private
42 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in Backus
Backus, Minnesota · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$63,542
Median Home Value
$230,100
Median Rent
$944/mo
Population
2,912
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
92%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Community Profile
Backus has a median household income of $63,542. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $230,100, with a median rent of $944/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.8%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Backus, Minnesota
How many schools are in Backus, Minnesota?
Backus has 1 schools, including 0 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the top-ranked school in Backus, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Backus on MySchoolScout is Foothills Christian Academy with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the education level in Backus, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Backus have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Backus, Minnesota?
The median household income in Backus is approximately $63,542 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Backus, Minnesota?
Yes, Backus has 1 private school alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is Foothills Christian Academy with a score of 6.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Backus, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Backus is 7.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Backus, Minnesota?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Minnesota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.